Our Active Past vs. Our Passive Present
Activity vs Passivity It is no secret that we live much different lives today than our ancestors did just a few generations ago. Thanks to
Activity vs Passivity It is no secret that we live much different lives today than our ancestors did just a few generations ago. Thanks to
By now, you’ve probably heard that too much sitting isn’t good for you. Right or wrong? Sitting or standing? We still find ourselves sitting the
Why should you give a movement chair for Christmas? Giving presents is not the easiest task. People are constantly checking out new products and ordering
Winter is coming. The first snow fell on brightly colored leaves this year. It surprised me because I hadn’t mentally prepared for winter to come,
Purple, plum, and maybe eggplant is the best description of the color of his suit. Whatever you call it, I knew I was in for
To do, or Not to do? It’s not what we aren’t doing that is slowly wreaking havoc on our bodies. It’s what we are doing
“You are how you move,” or should it be, “You are how you don’t move?” Take a moment and ask yourself the above question, and
Enjoy the freedom of active sitting with Edward ‘Coach Eddie’ Bergersen, a personal trainer and movement therapist based in Geneva, Switzerland. Coach Eddie has tailored a set of exercises for your chair that are easy to perform during short breaks in your busy day.
Sitting for any lengthy period of time, even if the position is ergonomically accurate, can cause back pain. Experts say that you shouldn’t sit still for more than 30 minutes at any time. Back pain can be prevented, however, with attention to proper techniques for sitting, working and exercising.
Staying active while your work may help you think more clearly, concentrate more effectively, be more efficient, get more done and feel better while marking items off your to-do list and completing tasks. Get started with 10 steps to increase your daily movement.