Improved posture is a benefit of which type of training?

Improved posture is primarily a benefit of flexibility training. Flexibility training involves exercises that increase the range of motion of joints and enhance muscle elasticity. This type of training not only helps to alleviate tightness but also balances muscle tension around joints, thereby promoting better alignment and posture.

When muscles are flexible, they can more effectively support the body in an upright position, reducing the tendency for poor postural habits such as slouching or arching the back. Flexibility training also aids in releasing muscle tension that can contribute to discomfort and misalignment, leading to a more stable and aligned posture overall.

While muscular training can also play a role in improving posture by strengthening the muscles that support the spine, it is flexibility training that directly addresses the stiffness or imbalance that can lead to postural issues. Cardio training primarily focuses on enhancing cardiovascular fitness and endurance, and improvements in body composition focus more on the ratio of fat to lean mass rather than postural quality.