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All those things wrong about 'sitting' are wrong about standing also. It's the fact that your spine is supporting your weight that causes back pain and issues.
by nobodysfool2 12y ago
All those things wrong about 'sitting' are wrong about standing also. It's the fact that your spine is supporting your weight that causes back pain and issues. If you are sitting, it's best to use the chair back to support your back so you can recline in a 135 degrees.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sitting#Posture http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sitting#Posture
- aspirant 12y agoThe tide is probably turning against that opinion: the aches and pains are not due to the body doing too much, but too little.
- subsection1h 12y ago> If you are sitting, it's best to use the chair back to support your back so you can recline in a 135 degrees. This idea is supported by a study that focused only on the volunteers' backs, not their necks, shoulders, etc.
- DanBC 12y agoStanding still is sub-optimal. But that's why treadmills are better - you're exercising and building muscle and that helps back pain.