How to Sit Properly - Desk Ergonomics

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Yiannis Christoulas

Yiannis Christoulas

Күн бұрын

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@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
Wow, 11K likes! I'm deeply grateful for your support. Thank you! I also want to address some constructive criticism about the wrist and knee positions I've recommended. Wrist Position Criticism: The suggested wrist angle is not ideal and the position of the forearms on the desk increases the pressure on the forearm flexors. Response: Research indicates that wrist issues are more likely due to excessive keyboard use (over 20 hours a day) rather than wrist position (Bernard et al., 1992; Franzblau et al., 1993; Hales et al., 1994; Doezie et al., 1998, and Conlon et al., 2005). A study from 2008 focusing on individuals training over 20 hours a week found that an ideal wrist angle is less than 30 degrees, easily achievable with a thin, low-slope keyboard like the one I use (Rempel et al., 2008). Regarding the forearms pressure, the notion that forearms should be suspended to reduce flexor pressure is overstated. While it might be ideal to avoid desk contact, this alone is unlikely to cause injury. Simply putting pressure on an area doesn't injure you similar to how resting your back against a chair doesn't harm your back. I think that this misconception stems from people who already have forearm injuries or inflammation and experience discomfort with added pressure. However, this doesn't mean the pressure is the root cause of their injury but rather it is a stimulus that triggers their symptoms. Similar to having a knee injury that gets triggered by walking. In that case, walking is not the problem. Knee Position Criticism: The proposed knee position increases pressure and places the knees at a disadvantage. Response: Actually, the knee position is a key benefit of my recommended setup. The knees maintain a 90-degree angle, similar to traditional setups, but with a crucial difference: they're suspended without any weight or pressure, significantly reducing stress. This might be confused with other positions where weight is applied to the knees, which I agree, would not be ideal. But here, the knees are literally hanging, free from pressure. Additionally, this position benefits the hip flexors. Typically, having the hips at a 90-degree angle for extended periods can lead to hip flexor tightness. In the position I propose, by moving the legs down and back, we're extending the hips, similar to a standing position, which helps in alleviating tightness in the hip flexors. I hope this explanation helps clarify my points. I'm always open to further criticism, and I'll do my best to respond with the time that I currently have. References: - Bernard B, Sauter S, Peterson M, et al. Los Angeles Times, NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation, HETA 90-013. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease Control; 1992. - Franzblau A, Flaschner D, Albers J, et al. Medical Screening of office workers for upper extremity cumulative trauma disorders. Arch Environ Health. 1993;48:164-170. - Hales TR, Sauter SL, Peterson MR, et al. Musculoskeletal disorders among visual display terminal users in a telecommunication company. Ergonomics. 1994;37:1603-1621. - Doezie AM, Freehill AK, Novak CB, et al. Evaluation of cutaneous vibration thresholds in medical transcriptionists. J Hand Surg (Am) 1998;23:759-761. - Conlon CF, Rempel DM. Upper extremity mononeuropathy among engineers. J Occup Environ Med. 2005;47:1276-1284. - Rempel DM, Keir PJ, Bach JM. Effect of wrist posture on carpal tunnel pressure while typing. J Orthop Res. 2008 Sep;26(9):1269-73.
@solitarelee6200
@solitarelee6200 Жыл бұрын
My guy brought the works cited! I really wish more people on youtube would do this
@Vaishnavi-v1s
@Vaishnavi-v1s Жыл бұрын
Sir..how to maintain similar neck posture while reading books also? I have scoliosis issue and also preparing for civil exam. I have to study 8-12 hours a day.
@agx111
@agx111 Жыл бұрын
bro is genuine 🫡🫡
@zuneid375
@zuneid375 Жыл бұрын
We dnt see this on YT Great job
@martian1590
@martian1590 Жыл бұрын
«excessive keyboard use (over 20 hours a day)» - sounds like a challenge)
@BK-cs8lm
@BK-cs8lm 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been wondering why I find my feet resting on the wheels after I sit for a while.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@gavin.d.m
@gavin.d.m 2 жыл бұрын
I agree. I naturally end up in that position or various others as the day continues. That rocking chair looks good if not too low.
@jirehla-ab1671
@jirehla-ab1671 Жыл бұрын
​@@YiannisChristoulasi bought a 27 inch monitor and i found the hieght to be tall for me, i will be downgrading to 24 inch monitor.
@gaborm4767
@gaborm4767 Жыл бұрын
Or the chair is too high and your feet is not reaching the floor
@sanmarinojr
@sanmarinojr Жыл бұрын
I always thought I'm a weirdo for doing this..
@la812
@la812 2 жыл бұрын
Finally someone who tackles a modern life problem with an approach I can relate myself with. Another high quality and easy to watch video... Thanks for all your material🙏 Keep up the good work! kudos!!
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your support and I promise to keep them coming!
@NoahWizard
@NoahWizard 10 ай бұрын
I moved almost 500 days ago, and I totally meant to get some cheap books from the local thrift shop to use to pile under my monitor, but I completely forgot to do that. I've had the monitor up on books for a few days now, after watching this video, and it's been great. I also have been sitting with my feet back to shift my center of gravity; that was a trick I didn't know so thank you!
@alexperaza9475
@alexperaza9475 2 жыл бұрын
This is great! I recently invested in a new motorized standing desk and a rocking stool but I was still having issues after sitting for 20 or 30 minutes, and I think your tip about moving the feet back to change the center of gravity was the key! It immediately felt right and more comfortable. Thanks!
@Pulko172
@Pulko172 Жыл бұрын
also try to work on your back musslces and abbs
@sreerajcalicut
@sreerajcalicut 10 ай бұрын
How ​@@Pulko172
@musthavechannel5262
@musthavechannel5262 Жыл бұрын
I don't know man but touching the floor your toes with vertical feet and knees bending > 90 degrees doesn't exactly say "neutral position". Combine it with the saddle rocking chair and you get the perfect recipe for a very pronounced anterior pelvic tilt and later lower back disc compression.
@aimedshot6430
@aimedshot6430 2 ай бұрын
I agree. But as humans we aren't supposed to be always be in a fixed state. Having the "perfect posture" 24/7 is just unnatural and is really hard. Most of the videos on youtube always say the same thing. And when I tried it felt unnatural and forced. So always moving and shifting positions when sitting while working is really good. Having a slight anterior pelvic tilt is healthy for us.
@oshanmodi
@oshanmodi Жыл бұрын
as soon as i heard him talk about folding the knees, it started making sense. Have been trying forever to figure out why i couldn't keep myself from slouching. Now i can easily sit for 45-50 minutes without any trouble whatsover.. Thank You.
@marcosleite7091
@marcosleite7091 2 жыл бұрын
bro, i've seen some of your vids and i wanna say no cap, your channel is one of the best youtube fitness channels in english. For real, your content are actually helpful and have scientific studies behind, no like the majority of fitness channels here. Just thank you, never delete your channel and keep going. Jesús te bendiga.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you friend, comments like this keep me going!
@highdefinist9697
@highdefinist9697 2 жыл бұрын
I can absolutely confirm that having your screen mounted high helps a lot, regardless of everything else.
@toddgraber3675
@toddgraber3675 4 ай бұрын
Yes- the top joint of the body - the AO joint (where head meets spine) is critical. If this is free allowing the neck to ungrip, the rest of the body will organize better as well!
@DNH17
@DNH17 Жыл бұрын
The problem is u don't, u don't have to hold a position this is the key. One of the best video ever, you give autonomy to the person u watches, this is so rare nowadays even with journalists.. U did a top job
@khashayarmodaberi4958
@khashayarmodaberi4958 Жыл бұрын
"Less effort to maintain neutral position" Is the key! Thank you for this great educational video🙏🏻🙏🏻💐
@ericmalo5597
@ericmalo5597 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, man. Your video should be watched by everyone. This info could save everyone's back. Today I followed your advice and went from 30 min to 2h without being bored by back pain or neck. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
@amandac3362
@amandac3362 Жыл бұрын
Im so Happy I found this! Im a physics PhD student writing my dissertation and in so much pain the last few years I can barely work ---all the ergonomic stuff I read and tried to do never helped bec I couldnt sustain those upright positions and would get tired and slump or lay down and cant stand sitting up for more than a few minutes ---physical therapy and expensive chairs have not helped ...cant wait to try this because it totally makes sense and fits my exact complaints! Thanks for sharing :D
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
I'm happy to hear that you found the video helpful! I'm sure you'll see improvement if you apply these tips. Wish you all the best for your dissertation!
@mixed7991
@mixed7991 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you sharing this useful information. Your exposition of the topic from a scientific and physics standpoint, along with your recommendations, make this issue seem incredibly straightforward. Continue producing quality material. Cheers)
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you found this helpful! I’ll keep them coming!
@peeyushsrj
@peeyushsrj 11 ай бұрын
I been doing postures, wrong. And causing issues in back and neck. I learned today that - the legs should be back to give a balance. And keyboard should be near. Which I been doing wrong from a long time, I mean basic things like this I found the flaw. You used really well, with base thinking. Thanks man!
@graffitihandstyles
@graffitihandstyles 7 күн бұрын
Thank you for this video Yiannis! I feel my blood circulating better after using these tips! A+ subscribed ✅
@eriye92
@eriye92 2 жыл бұрын
"..you need to activate your lower back muscles that eventually get tired and you fall back" YES! Been struggle with this for the longest time! I'm going to give your tips a try thank you!
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Give it a try!
@WinderTP
@WinderTP Жыл бұрын
Wow this is uncanny, I used to literally work in a position like 2:11 - it felt a lot more comfortable for my shoulders especially since I'm a relatively short guy working with a normal height sitting desk. I work standing nowadays but the upper body stuff is still really useful. Thanks!
@SavBear-025
@SavBear-025 Жыл бұрын
WOW this was seriously do helpful! I tend to succumb to very bad posture when studying, reading, and working at my desk and my back and neck always hurts as a result! Thank you so much this will help a lot. I might consider that chair but I have to say it does looks a little goofy🤣 great tips though, you’re a life saver!
@prhasn
@prhasn Жыл бұрын
Brilliant. This might be the single most life changing video I watched.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks for the support. I’m glad you found this so helpful 😁
@NightSovereign
@NightSovereign Жыл бұрын
another (most) important tip that was missed unfortunately - is the height of your desk. The one in the video is clearly way to high, which forces the wrists into an akward position and promotes circulatory problems in the legs (especially unhealthy for the women)
@NirvanNagar
@NirvanNagar Жыл бұрын
This is awesome! Thank you for breaking down your videos in such a well structured manner. I really appreciate it!
@accident0079
@accident0079 Жыл бұрын
One of the most and simple tips Ive seen. Thank you very much!
@dingyi2132129
@dingyi2132129 2 жыл бұрын
this makes so much sense. I'm gonna try this now and see how it goes. Thanks!
@Kate_mn
@Kate_mn Жыл бұрын
thank you a million times! I can't express how grateful I am for your help. Your video is exactly what I needed and, honestly, nobody else explained it as perfectly as you did. thqanks a lot!
@safasouli8895
@safasouli8895 Жыл бұрын
Same here
@hujth6
@hujth6 2 жыл бұрын
Great content! Would love to see more of that. I have been struggling for years with correct posture at my computer desk. This video helped a lot
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Happy to hear this! If you struggle with this you might want to check my videos on how to correct Hyperkyphosis, Forward neck and Rounded Shoulders 💪
@FragEightyfive
@FragEightyfive Жыл бұрын
I have been sitting like this (feet under hips) for years and all my back/torso fatigue+occasional pain went away. I found it super comfortable, same position as my motorcycle.
@TimAmukele
@TimAmukele Жыл бұрын
This video has really improved my knee pain. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏾
@mitravindgarg5372
@mitravindgarg5372 Жыл бұрын
Wow...solution to all my problems in single video...your video is a gold mine...KUDOS..GR8 work
@wendysomers810
@wendysomers810 Ай бұрын
THIS VIDEO IS EXCELLENT AND AS A PERSON WITH CHRONIC BACK AND NECK PAIN IT HAS HELPED ME TO AVOID MORE PAIN. THANK YOU, SIR!
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Ай бұрын
@@wendysomers810 so glad this helped you!
@smongkvlog
@smongkvlog 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to have found your channel. Keep the scientific and useful videos coming. Thanks!
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support! I’ll keep them coming!
@frappedelimon4351
@frappedelimon4351 Жыл бұрын
Finally the type of content I need. I do office work and paint digitally all day long, started to have pain on my shoulder and tried lots of thing but not these!
@ewamaria4398
@ewamaria4398 Жыл бұрын
As I was watching the video, I've realised that I spend most of my computer time in this position any way - it just feels comfortable, and only when I think about "good"posture, I switch to this straight and rather uncomfortable one. Looks like, I won't be switching any more. thank you.
@DanMikaVideo
@DanMikaVideo Жыл бұрын
Highly informative and scientifically supported, not just opinion
@md.tahmidtahsan7652
@md.tahmidtahsan7652 10 ай бұрын
Fully realetable man!! That is out of typical video that told us to sit like a robot for a long time.
@MagedMegz95
@MagedMegz95 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for this video. As someone who works in the IT industry, having to sit down most of the day in front of a screen is a pain and I always feel fatigued after a long day's work. Your tips surely helped with this.
@ross-morozov
@ross-morozov Жыл бұрын
Try working out.
@MagedMegz95
@MagedMegz95 Жыл бұрын
Wow. This has not crossed my mind, like ever. Thanks for the quality tips.@@ross-morozov
@lezzbmm
@lezzbmm Жыл бұрын
i love this and agree w everything i would add hands/wrists tho the position of hands and wrists not only affects the wrists themselves but the rest of the arm and the shoulders and spine as well i went to a split keyboard that tilts so my palms can face one another and i can never go back
@DonAndress
@DonAndress Жыл бұрын
Yeah subconsciously I was doing that as well. The only problem is that this way of keeping your legs makes it good for your spine and muscles but it makes it very bad for the blood flow.
@Ramenko1
@Ramenko1 Жыл бұрын
Amazing video. Just another example of why "knees over toes" position is so optimal. Well done. I use a standing desk and keep the bluetooth keyboard underneath me. No sitting necessary. When I do sit, I place the bluetooth keyboard and mouse on my lap. I keep the computer in front of my eyes due to the multiple levels of my standint desk (essentially I am using a bookshelf. ) the stackiny books trick was such a good tip.
@stillnotstill
@stillnotstill Жыл бұрын
Brilliant. Thank you so much. I haven't been able to use a computer for years and years, I'm laying in my bed on my phone right now and that's how I use the internet. I want to get back to using a computer one day and you may have saved me years off of how long that's going to take to get me back to using a computer. I'm really grateful.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to see that this video helped you! Keep it up and thanks for sharing this! 🙏
@lorgerdat
@lorgerdat Жыл бұрын
We have Aeron chairs in my workplace and I spent some time tweaking the chair. Optimal for me is to lean the chair back and adjust the tension to my weight which causes the back to ‘float’. Coupled with a foot rest this makes it very comfortable.
@anna-kay-dweight
@anna-kay-dweight 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! Your advice is very helpful! I tried it out and immediately felt more comfortable at my desk. 🤯
@AceDudePL
@AceDudePL 6 ай бұрын
Ok, this was unexpected. I found this video randomly and I was sure it's another "90* everywhere!!!" type of video. I didn't like what I saw when you presented the first tips, but going forward I loved your general approach. I have severe back problems right now and your tips gave me a good idea on how to improve my setup. Thanks a bunch!
@kordaaas
@kordaaas 2 жыл бұрын
Vastly underrated Chanel! Keep up with the great content Γιάννη
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Thank youuuuuu!!!
@zodd9479
@zodd9479 Жыл бұрын
Most sensible video on topic! Thank you for valuable information, keep up the good work! Greetings from Turkey :)
@irfanazim6696
@irfanazim6696 Ай бұрын
Its funny how a lot of the guides/"tips" i read are very particular that your feet needs to be flat and in laid out in front of you at all times. I find that putting it below where i sit to be much more comfortable and "lighter". Thank you for the clarification.
@NoahG24
@NoahG24 3 ай бұрын
what an amazing video. not only did you give solutions, but you gave us the why.
@Catlover33-paws
@Catlover33-paws 3 ай бұрын
changed my life in 5 minutes thanks
@OperatorJ0hn
@OperatorJ0hn Жыл бұрын
Good tips. As a practical alternative to a fancy rocking... stool like that, having a "wobble cushion"(?!) is a great way to be less static during sitting. At least it helps me a great deal for gaming at home, working in the library or at my desk job now. A bit weird to sit on at first, but you can get used to hit quite quickly. Can highly recommend.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this 🙏! Sounds like a good budget way to break away from the traditional fixed chair position.
@sergiikotla4883
@sergiikotla4883 Жыл бұрын
The best video on ergonomics!!! Thank you!
@nyplace1
@nyplace1 5 ай бұрын
love the legs behind the chair tuck really helps with not sliding which is what i constantly struggle with. I would love if you would provide tips on how to make seating properly on the large computer office chair for example to have different pads attached to it to make the perfect seating position.
@SpartanAesthetix
@SpartanAesthetix 2 жыл бұрын
Video's are becoming better and better my man! Keep it up! :D
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you friend, I appreciate it!
@robertmal5203
@robertmal5203 3 ай бұрын
Ευχαριστούμε για το βίντεο ! Θα τα δοκιμάσω όλα , σχεδιάζω στο pc για πολλές ώρα και υποφέρω .
@imadsaddik
@imadsaddik Ай бұрын
Thank you, I found this video very informative and enjoyable to watch.
@patrickgarcia1083
@patrickgarcia1083 Жыл бұрын
This truly worked for me! Thank you much! All the best to you!
@motionsam
@motionsam 7 ай бұрын
5:13 "no posture is good for all day long, no position is harmful for a small amount of time" thanks for noticing that! Switching your posture while working is a key.
@WYSbyAdamLash
@WYSbyAdamLash Жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Subscribed! You have explained a common problem in a simple way and I love your channel.
@markkevnjflores
@markkevnjflores 6 ай бұрын
Nice presentation!! I recently had apine surgery and this helped me a lot
@Eliasdbr
@Eliasdbr Жыл бұрын
This is way better that all those videos that companies show to their employees about ergonomics at the office
@TeeColibri
@TeeColibri 2 жыл бұрын
You’re very smart and I really appreciate your research
@TamaraGutierrez-k6j
@TamaraGutierrez-k6j 12 сағат бұрын
This is very informative!
@5metoo
@5metoo Жыл бұрын
I like the way you think. But a saddle stool gets the job done better to open up the angle of the trunk/legs, which is the key. Also, pressure on the pelvic floor is an issue too. Some get split saddles, but I think those can have their own issues and are expensive. I've never had one but my saddle is wide, so I spread my legs wide enough that my thighs take the weight off of the center off the saddle and my pelvic floor. I also shift around a lot.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
Shifting positions is key I agree. What is your saddle seat? I’d be interested in exploring other types of support
@5metoo
@5metoo Жыл бұрын
@@YiannisChristoulas I got a cheap no name saddle stool off of eBay (vendor was "salon supply" or something like that) I think at least 10 years ago for $70 including shipping and took it to work. It's the best 70 I ever spent. I still use it, and the faux leather seat doesn't show any wear believe it or not. I can hardly believe it myself. Since then I've seen more saddle stools in the lower price ranges, but I've had no reason to try them since mine works fine for me. I have an adjustable "standing desk", but I sit on the stool most of the time. I got a very high (I think 32") stool since sitting on a high stool and standing I can use the same desk height rather than move desk up and down. I don't like saddle stools used low. I think all saddle stools can potentially cause issues with pelvic floor, but like I said I decided the way I sit (wide and pretty much doing hip stretches) and standing sometimes I figured might work as well as an expensive Finnish saddle that was split though I'd love to try one sometime. But I've heard some say they can be painful.
@maybeonethey
@maybeonethey Жыл бұрын
I just got diagnosed with mild scoliosis and military neck after using an ergonomic (?) chair for 1 year. Before that I was using a dining set chair and I was positioning my spine and legs in the way that you show in the video. Looking back, it was a poor and expensive decision on my part. I wish I had seen this video sooner.
@twraia
@twraia Жыл бұрын
Can we at least acknowledge the insanity of our work-dominated culture that makes this kind of videos necessary and even seems natural in the first place?
@bungercolumbus
@bungercolumbus Жыл бұрын
I usually don't say this. But all I learned at school about sitting posture was a goddamn lie. Thanks for this info.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
😂 I’m afraid, it might be the case
@druvingame
@druvingame 9 ай бұрын
This video is GOLD for me!! Thank Sir ❤❤
@ikeepgettingbetter
@ikeepgettingbetter Жыл бұрын
Brilliant, just what I was looking for. Thank you
@BigBenAdv
@BigBenAdv Жыл бұрын
I've an issue with chronic inflammation (my orthopedic specialist suspects it's an autoimmune problem) that can be triggered by extended periods of time where my mucles/ tendons are being stretched (like how positioning the feet behind the chair would cause the ankles to be at a less comfortable angle). What I find is also an issue has got to do with the desk height - most desks or tables are designed for reading/ writing/ eating and the height is not 'correct' for using a keyboard or mouse (needs to be lower). One way I've found to deal with this is to raise the chair and use a foot rest so the legs are angled towards the front and allow sitting against the back rest while allowing my ankles to remain at a comfortable resting angle. The other method would be a height adjustable table so it can be lowered or to install a keyboard tray to an existing desk that allows the keyboard and mouse to be at a lowered position. I've tried the method of leaning forwards slightly but that just causes my inflammation to flare up in the shoulders/ neck (clavicle & levator scapulae).
@narayana06666
@narayana06666 Жыл бұрын
In india also most of the manufactures producing over hight tables , Yes leaning forward put pressure on shoulder and neck , best thing is get a height adjustable table ,height adjustable monitor , perfect chair and 30 minutes yoga or exercise and 5km walking , whatever the chair desk you use, prolonged sitting is the killer of your health !
@BigBenAdv
@BigBenAdv Жыл бұрын
@@narayana06666 I agree; unfortunately, my body disagrees with exercise these days. The slightest strain (e.g. just a slow and short run to chase the bus) would cause a massive inflammation flare up. I do try to walk around a little at a time but do need to keep it short with longer breaks in between. Even now, I'm still hobbling around with inflammation in my ankles, feet, and knees and spent the past week or so in a wheelchair.
@kitoro846
@kitoro846 Жыл бұрын
Im honored to watch your videos 🙏🏻 Very high quality, Direct with no bullshit, Super nicely edited Yet so simple Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻
@potatoes_fall
@potatoes_fall Жыл бұрын
I sit all day and never had big back problems or similar - my secret is that I can't sit still and change positions all the time. Really glad that you included that towards the end!
@sreerajcalicut
@sreerajcalicut 10 ай бұрын
So whats the interval?
@MarioMercier
@MarioMercier 10 ай бұрын
Every 30 minutes seems to be a commonly recommended interval. @@sreerajcalicut
@LeeMyers-Jr
@LeeMyers-Jr Жыл бұрын
I'm going to try the positioning for posture, I have a bad lower back so hopefully this will help. Previously I have used a lower back support that had a pad behind my back and straps that went around my knees. It helped but was cumbersome when I needed to get up. I disagree on the monitor placement. Looking straight forward your eyes should be looking about 2/3rds up the screen. This is because your eyes have a field of view that will see the upper portion of your screen without having to move your eyes. That is unless there is something you need to see above your screen.
@mariamadalena7495
@mariamadalena7495 6 ай бұрын
Best video ever, on this subject. Thank you.
@DocThinks
@DocThinks 3 ай бұрын
This is a perfect video to portray algorithm forces only those things down your that you want to hear. Like obesity is good, or bad posture is good.
@cptnoname
@cptnoname Жыл бұрын
That leg position in a normal chair is almost guaranteed to give you a DVT blood clot for your troubles
@mgarcqnohaydisp
@mgarcqnohaydisp 11 ай бұрын
☝️ This. Sadly from a while back I'm suffering of poor blood circulation, and putting the legs in that position is a big no-no at least in regular chairs.
@SuperMaker.M
@SuperMaker.M Жыл бұрын
Now, That's really great content, finally something I can relate to !
@gonkula
@gonkula 2 жыл бұрын
Yet another great video tackling the subject of posture, thank you Yiannis!
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gonçalo!
@p.nishantpathak
@p.nishantpathak Жыл бұрын
When the video started I tried to find a posture that is naturally most comfortable. I automatically put my legs back. And then in the video later you show exactly the same posture. Bang On! I wonder why I never tried to try to put the legs back earlier. I guess I should get a MacBook stand and a wireless keyboard for the neck position. Thanks a lot. You've got a subscriber. And hope I'll have a comfortable sitting during my PhD😇.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
Haha, yeah, it makes sense that you instinctively took this position. It comes naturally! Thanks for the support! I wish you all the best with your PhD 💪
@freeguy8941
@freeguy8941 7 ай бұрын
Thanks Man, I saw a chair from Japanese that have a sitting position exactly like u showed in the video before but don't really understand why it look like that. Now I understand more and going to buy it.
@Gates-Tech
@Gates-Tech 3 ай бұрын
The neutral position is perfect with the Herman Miller Aeron thanks to the front tilt option. Finally free from the pain!
@MekkiOnline-e7d
@MekkiOnline-e7d Жыл бұрын
Excellent explanation. My lower back pain got away immediately !
@MarcinPetruszka
@MarcinPetruszka Жыл бұрын
How can you solve the problem of desk edge pressure on your forearms? Having elbows below the desk is great for your shoulders but then your forearms land right on the edge of the desk... A lower desk maybe?
@ss-xc4gh
@ss-xc4gh Ай бұрын
Did you solve this?
@Javii1
@Javii1 2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing! i will definitely be doing this now
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas 2 жыл бұрын
Give a try!
@dq7242
@dq7242 Жыл бұрын
simple, very useful, to the point, great!. Thank you very much.
@alezy7645
@alezy7645 Жыл бұрын
That's why I work from bed
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
😂
@nn7397
@nn7397 6 ай бұрын
​@@YiannisChristoulasplease can you make a video on how to work properly from bed? Thanks
@jacobdinha9789
@jacobdinha9789 4 ай бұрын
Bro😂😂
@deepi.gentleman
@deepi.gentleman 4 ай бұрын
Using. 5 pillow 😂😂😂
@Hidayah_Guidance
@Hidayah_Guidance 3 ай бұрын
Me also 😂
@dimaphone2984
@dimaphone2984 Жыл бұрын
I think, at least for me, the reason that putting my feet under the seat makes it easier to keep a neutral spine is not related to shifting the center of gravity but rather to hamstring tightness. For example, if I try to go further than the 90-degree angle and straighten my legs in the knees while sitting, I can hardly keep my lower back straight at all, with a lot of effort. And off course there is no talking about sitting this way for a long time. With 90 degrees this effect is weaker but still there. Bending the knees removes the hamstring tension. Thanks for the video, it got me thinking. For now I'm alternating between a simple chair and an office chair with a back that can recline and rock (which gives me some freedom to change posture), but I may try the rocking stool as well.
@viktor.ozerov
@viktor.ozerov Жыл бұрын
Great video! I've always struggled with another problem that if you are typing a lot using conventional keyboard when you bring it closer to you to maintain that 90 degree elbow angle you lose neutral position at your wrists. So as video says no position is good for the whole workday, you have to alternate between them and mix in some exercise time. Or you can type until you feel discomfort and then switch to something that don't require keyboard use, like reading something.
@user-zt4qr7mz4f
@user-zt4qr7mz4f Жыл бұрын
this is actually so helpful, thank you !
@loam
@loam 4 ай бұрын
04:00 - I'd rather have my elbows fully on the desk, but myself much closer to the desk, with chair with my legs rolled up underneath it I ordered recently new desk for myself - 150 cm in length, 80 cm wide and 80 cm height. The width (or depth) is important for me, because with anything less than 75 cm I can't put my elbows on the desk freely (it needs to have the length of my forearms plus the laptop and keyboard in front of it. 80 cm height of the desk allows the laptop and monitor to be higher. But after watching your video I see I have the monitor at the same level as my eyes, and my laptop is lower, so I need to come up with something to deal with that, thank you
@rlav7101
@rlav7101 5 ай бұрын
Voww .. what a great video , finally I underdstand where to keep legs for not to bend ,Thanks alot.
@lourdesrodriguesvas4008
@lourdesrodriguesvas4008 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for your guidance. You have explained it and made it so simple to follow.
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the support
@jacquesbroquard
@jacquesbroquard Жыл бұрын
this is great! MAybe a quick follow-up to discuss pelvic tilt, lots of people (including myself, lol) could probably benefit from talking about this aspect.
@EctoMorpheus
@EctoMorpheus Жыл бұрын
Yeah I find myself tilting my pelvis when I put my feet back... I can tuck it, but that's a conscious effort so eventually I'll get tired and start bending it again. Any tips? Thanks!
@-na-nomad6247
@-na-nomad6247 Жыл бұрын
The accent mkes me think "fellow scholars" and "hold on to your papers", the video is very high quality, good job.
@jazira_k
@jazira_k 8 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot for making profound research on this topic!
@hilatlumakshaham9670
@hilatlumakshaham9670 Ай бұрын
Great video. I wanted to ask about the middle part, the hands: why don't you recomend taking the table lower? Let the forearm rest?
@harshverma6425
@harshverma6425 9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for helping me stay healthy.
@insidyes1797
@insidyes1797 6 ай бұрын
This video is life changing ❤
@RandySForbes
@RandySForbes 8 ай бұрын
I love these ideas and presentation; it makes sense. Having sustained a moderate injury to my disks and associated nerve pain I'm adjusting my posture and seeing a physical therapist. All of the literature has feet flat on the floor; however, I suspect this needs updating based on the information you've presented. By chance, do you have references to current research that aren't buried by the millions of other articles? 🙂
@RandySForbes
@RandySForbes 8 ай бұрын
...and scratch that request. I see I just needed to expand the description. Thank you. If you have additional research, please share. 👍
@Gasconauxolives
@Gasconauxolives Жыл бұрын
High quality content THANK YOU!
@LonnWolvie
@LonnWolvie 4 ай бұрын
thanks for promoting the 400 euro chair, it surely worth the price lmaoooooo
@quicksmash
@quicksmash Жыл бұрын
Underrated video💯✅
@YiannisChristoulas
@YiannisChristoulas Жыл бұрын
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