To Thumb Or Not To Thumb Options

[Jim S.]

I've been working on my posture and thumb placement. I've always been slunched over with the guitar on my right leg and thumb slung over the top. Sometimes I see it necessary to have a super grip if bending but transitioning into a picking run is a little forgetful. Also sitting with my guitar on my Left leg in a more classical position seems to help my reach and give my arm more room but sitting straight up puts a lot if strain on my back.

Another thing that bothers me is hand pain. I work on cars and its brutal on hands. I tried stretches but after a round of rubbing and pulling/ shaking my hands are pumped like a rock climber.

Any thoughts would be great, thanks!

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