A Python-based real-time posture detection tool that uses MediaPipe and OpenCV to analyze body alignment through your webcam. It provides instant visual feedback on whether you are sitting or standing upright to help you maintain good posture and avoid discomfort or long-term health issues.
- Real-time posture analysis: Detects your posture instantly using webcam feed.
- Visual feedback: Displays posture status directly on the video:
- 🟢 Green: You are upright.
- 🔴 Red: You are slouching.
- Lightweight and easy to set up.
- Pose Estimation: The tool leverages the MediaPipe Pose model to track key body landmarks such as shoulders and hips.
- Posture Evaluation: It calculates the vertical alignment of the shoulders and hips to determine if the user is upright.
- Feedback: Based on the analysis:
- If the shoulders and hips are vertically aligned (within a certain threshold), it marks the posture as upright.
- Otherwise, it marks the posture as slouching.
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Clone the Repository:
git clone https://github.com/maurux01/posture-detection-bot.git cd posture-detection-bot -
Install Dependencies: Ensure you have Python installed, then install the required libraries:
pip install mediapipe opencv-python
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Run the Script:
python posture_detection_bot.py
- Webcam Activation: Once the script is running, your webcam will activate automatically.
- Posture Feedback:
- Sit or stand in front of the camera.
- The bot will analyze your posture and display feedback in real-time.
- Exit: Press
qto close the application.
You can adjust the detection sensitivity by modifying the posture threshold in the script. The default threshold is 0.05, which you can increase or decrease for stricter or more lenient posture evaluation.
(Include screenshots here if available to showcase the tool in action.)
Good posture is essential for:
- Reducing back and neck pain.
- Improving focus and energy levels.
- Preventing long-term health complications like spinal misalignment.
This tool serves as a quick and practical way to monitor your posture and develop healthier habits.
This project was developed by maurux01, an industrial engineer and programmer passionate about merging technology and wellness.
Visit my GitHub: maurux01
This project is licensed under the MIT License. Feel free to use, modify, and share it. Contributions are welcome!
If you’d like to enhance this project:
- Fork the repository.
- Make your changes.
- Submit a pull request with a brief description of the updates.
Stay upright, stay healthy, and keep coding!