Blog — posture
The Benefits and Alternatives to Floor Sitting in Your Work-from-Home Routine
In recent years, the trend of floor desks and minimalist, grounded workspaces has gained popularity, especially as many of us adapt to new work-from-home lifestyles. Floor sitting, an age-old practice in various cultures, is now being rediscovered for its numerous health and wellness benefits.
The Basics of Seated Posture - Dr. Catie Skelton, Pediatric Physical Therapist
As we spend so much of our waking hours sitting, it’s so important that we prioritize proper posture while sitting in order to decrease the likelihood of developing postural asymmetries and/or spinal deformities (i.e. kyphosis, scoliosis, etc.), to maintain joint integrity & range of motion/mobility with the spine & hips, to increase alertness & concentration, and to increase breath support & efficiency.
Revolutionizing the Way We Sit: Dr. Daniel Reichlan on Active Sitting
Dr. Daniel Reichlan’s research on active sitting offers a promising path forward in our fight against the sedentary lifestyle epidemic. By reevaluating how we sit, we can take a proactive step towards enhancing our health and well-being.
What is active sitting?
Active sitting is a concept that encourages individuals to engage their bodies while sitting, transforming sedentary activities into opportunities for movement and exercise. It involves using ergonomic chairs and accessories that promote natural body movement, core engagement, and muscle activation while seated.