FIT5 How-tos for Kids :: How to establish a right posture :: Correct posture :: At what age does incorrect posture develop?

Careless posture starts to develop most often between the ages of 6 and 10. Children attending preschool spend up to 40 hours sitting on uncomfortable school benches or chairs. As a result, their muscles cannot follow the rapid growth of their body. A weak physical structure can hinder not only the physical capacity of the child, but his or her mental capacity as well.