I switched to a floor desk to improve my health & this is what happened

This is all about why I switched to a floor desk to improve my health. I now sit and work on the floor as much as possible and in this video I explain why I decided to do this and the benefits I've noticed so far. ✨🎥❤️ I JUST GOT THE FLOOR SIT TO STANDING DESK!! Here's the video! • I tried a floor sit to...
This comes on the heels of me giving my traditional bed away and switching to a Japanese floor futon. I was able to turn my existing desk into a floor desk for just a few bucks and I feel it's a great way to go if you already have a desk and want to save money. I'm just learning about the world of furniture-free living and I'm loving it so far!
✨🎥❤️ I GOT THE FLOOR SIT TO STAND DESK - check out the video here!!
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[@natashatheresa]

🚨GUYS I GOT THE FLOOR SIT TO STANDING DESK!! Here's the video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGrQZqV8qrdkkNk

[@MrAlligator3]

Unlike many channels this video just convinced me to try NOT spending money.

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahaha in a past life I was spending ALLL the money lol

[@DanielPodlovics]

​@@natashatheresa Once you realize you can just modify your furniture it's not only way cheaper, but way more satisfying to make things fit your needs exactly!

[@natashatheresa]

@@DanielPodlovics oh yes this is so true!!

[@CarlYota]

Fidgeting is just the natural reality of how humans are meant to live and rest. People see it as a negative thing, but really sitting motionless in one position is only possible with hyper-normal comfortable modern furniture. You're supposed to be constantly moving when you're awake. As they say, the best position is the next position. The reality of floor living is that your'e going to be changing positions every few minutes. That's a good thing.

[@natashatheresa]

Do you have a channel? You def know your stuff lollllll. Yeah I used to think so differently about kids and them not being able to stay still (esp in school) but now years later I have pulled my kids out of public school and we go gallivanting outside each day lol

[@niewazneniewazne1890]

I was sitting with my legs crossed and folded and had my computer setup on a small coffee table. I can get comfortable(it was likely after I put my bed cushions on the floor) sitting on the floor, but the result of that is that my legs don't get circulation and I couldn't stand up for 0.5-1 minutes, that was the case for both having my legs crossed and folded.

[@natashatheresa]

@@niewazneniewazne1890 oh no!! I try to avoid the cross legged position for too long. I’ve come to believe the best position is the next position 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@lovelyy6491]

how refreshing to see a mom in her 40s being a content creator on youtube, this is so awesome, loved the video!

[@natashatheresa]

Awwww thank you so much love! I am really enjoying it so much, and I'm glad you are here!

[@lovelyy6491]

@@natashatheresa 💗💗💗

[@LeeTan141]

This video just randomly popped up on my feed and when you sis you were 40 my jaw dropped. I thought you were around my age 😂 I’m 26

[@natashatheresa]

Awwww thanks so much for your kind words. I’m trying hahahaha.

[@JaniceIsLearning]

I’m glad you said that sitting on the ground makes you move more, because I can’t sit still for long when I’m on the ground. Now, I will think of it as a positive - movement, stretching, etc. 👍🏻

[@natashatheresa]

Yes I used to think I’m supposed to be able to sit still for long periods of time but I realize our bodies really aren’t made for that. I believe whenever we are uncomfortable it’s just our body saying it’s time to move so I like thinking about it that way now 😍 thanks for watching!

[@amilee7580]

Also, sitting down and standing up from the floor makes your leg muscles stronger which helps avoid knee problems.

[@natashatheresa]

@@amilee7580 yes the first few days I was like why is my hamstrings and glutes kinda sore then I realized I was basically doing a ton of squats hahahaha

[@yt_n-c0de-r]

Chairs are among the 4 inventions bad for our bodies: beds, chairs, sitting toilets and shoes. Sitting on the floor, or anything not chair, causes you to sit more dynamically. Move more, shift your center of gravity and engage muscles - especially core and reflexive ones - that improve stability. We aren't meant to be cushioned to disability. Ditch over-comfort.

[@nicolehiggs]

at this rate you could add a lofted reading/vibing space and it wouldn’t interfere with your floor living

[@natashatheresa]

Heyyyhyyyyyyyyyyyy oh my goodness I am liking this!!

[@AG-hx6qn]

Using totes, milk crates, etc. That can double as storage as well as serve as rearrangable furnature. :) I move stuff around to make more space in my room all the time this way.

[@ros8986]

I am 68 and have been a floorist for decades - I love being on the floor for everything.

[@natashatheresa]

That is amazing!!!!! Yay for being so active still!!!

[@user-crvgbhfgw5tjx]

You will ruin your posture. Especially.. your back will be bent.. Don’t..

[@ros8986]

@@user-crvgbhfgw5tjx there is no reason I can't sit up straight on the floor. Asian people have been doing it for thousands of years.

[@ros8986]

@@user-crvgbhfgw5tjx thank you for the reminder to sit up straight, but it is no more difficult on the floor than in a chair.

[@rachellesawyer6523]

Thank you for sharing the term floorist I like that and I think it is good for your back - I don't see how it would ruin your posture if anything it would enhance your posture in my view and experience -

[@ypaut]

pausing the video real quick to absolutely validate the gymnastic rings idea

[@natashatheresa]

They are in my possession already lolllll

[@Runner8617]

Hanging is the BEST chiropractic doctor. It opens up the discs and re-aligns the spine. It's great for people who get slipped discs, bulged disc, or worst, pinched nerves in the spine, or just people who lift a lot of heavy things day to day. It was one of the exercises that helped me re-align the spine and start healing the spine. My dad even built a pull up bar in his back yard, that's how beneficial it is.

[@Runner8617]

I STRONGLY support the purchase of rings or any pull up equipment for EVERYONE, but especially people who suffer from spine injuries or pinched nerves. It was a game changer for me and my dad. And much less $ than going to a chiropractor or surgeon who have the potential of making things WORST if they are too harsh or don't know what they are doing. And yes, I've heard of chiropractors who have injured their clients and made them crippled.

[@natashatheresa]

Yesss we have a pull up bar in our home as well! I feel sooo much better when I just hang a bit each day!!! Thank you for sharing your experiences with us!!

[@natashatheresa]

That’s horrible about the chiros! I used to go to one and it did feel good but I just kept getting tied back up lol. Now that I hang out regularly on a bar I feel much better!! I feel like it’s such a basic thing but it’s soooooo important!!!

[@Runner8617]

I guess there's one good thing about gravity for our bodies! 😁

[@natashatheresa]

@@Runner8617 hahahahaha yeah for sure!!

[@deatheth5039]

I want to add another pro: you cannot drop stuff as low if you're already close to ground level, if you run out of space on your desk you can use the floor around you. When I get my own place I will definitely buy a low table! I love the floor

[@natashatheresa]

Yahhhhhh it’s nice to have the floor as an extension of my desk too hahahhahaha

[@AliciaSykes]

You got 500 likes, now we want to see the Olympic rings!!

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahaha yeah I’ve been trying to decide which ones to get… I honestly didn’t expect this to happen lolllll

[@malviinahallamaa]

There's currently 3,6t likes..!

[@lolofunslayer4953]

I love this video and I’m here to kindly remind you that you owe your kid some money. 18k views? He deserves a 10 at least!

[@natashatheresa]

You are right I have sent him an initial payment hahahahaha! He just saw the video and was very happy, he also read through all the comments and was all smiles hahahahah!

[@emungere]

Legit never occurred to me I could just take the legs off my current desk, I'm trying that right now, thanks!

[@natashatheresa]

No problem yeah I didn’t even know myself until I started exploring desks and was like hold on this too costly hahahahahhaa

[@ChristysChannelYall]

I have been sleeping on a tatami mat and Japanese futon for the past 2 years and my back pain has gone away. I’m a 51 year old nurse so back pain was constant. I also have a floor desk and I love it too! I say get the Olympic rings. I would if I could, but unsure if my apt ceiling would support it. I’m small, but still 😅

[@natashatheresa]

They have already arrived at my house lollll! It’s so great to hear your story!! Glad it worked for youuuuuuu

[@doubleleterlady]

I’ve been sleeping on the floor for several years now and I love it. I just spent $300 on a new desk chair and now I’m rethinking it 😢

[@natashatheresa]

Oh noooo! But yay for sleeping on the floor I wish I found it sooner but better late than never!!

[@myouniverse0613]

As someone who grew up sleeping on the floor it was my dream to have a bed and since I had my own bed I can’t imagine ever having to sleep on the floor again

[@KatzeMelli]

i have to do this!!!! I always squat or sit cross legged on my chair anyway because my legs hurt when i sit normally. That’s brilliant! 🤩

[@natashatheresa]

Yes girlllllllll

[@gustafengstrom8139]

Running in to a small channel like this that you already know is going to be a favorite is just the best feeling!

[@natashatheresa]

Wow this comment is everything. Thanks so much for being here and for your kind words!!

[@cinderbelle22]

Incorporating movement into your daily routine is so much easier than trying to carve out exercise time. I have a floor bed and a floor desk, and I also have a freestanding pull-up bar. I do draw the line at living and dining rooms though for my guests' sake.

[@natashatheresa]

Yes I agree it’s easier to incorporate movement in daily routine! For me, in my old house I used to have one couch but then also a pillow mountain so it was the best of both worlds for the living room. In my kitchen I actually had a regular height dining table and then a smaller floor dining table off to the side depending on our mood. I might do something similar but for now we do have some regular dining seating if we end up having guests. But I don’t have many people I’d invite over anyway so I guess we are fine lollllllllll

[@LisaApril]

When I first started at my standing desk I was only able to stand for about 10 to 15 minutes and I was tired. Over the course of months I came to the point where I wanted and was able to stand eight hours, the whole work shift. Was wonderful. I actually think standing is better than sitting on the ground. But that's just my body not being comfortable sitting for a long time. The hours I sleep and lay in bed reading is the time that my Body is resting.

[@natashatheresa]

Thank you for sharing your insights! It makes sense and that's awesome you are able to stand for 8 hours straight! I think anything is better than having to sit in a regular office chair position. I just love the benefits that come with sitting on the floor b/c there's a lot more... getting up (squatting and such). I would say my main goal is to always be moving my body in all the different positions and directions that it was built to maneuver, and sitting in a chair all day is not that. HAHAHHAHA. I appreciate you watching!

[@no_peace]

I did this for a long time because of poverty

[@natashatheresa]

Oh wow! Thank you for sharing. Hope you are doing alright now. honestly I feel like, sleeping on the floor, or having minimal furniture is frowned upon by society bc it’s not the usual. But for me, in getting rid of all these things that now feel extra to me, I like there’s no pressure to show off to others or impress them by having certain things and then showing them off. But that’s just my mindset shirt that happened more recently.

[@purplelord8531]

my parents grew up sitting on the ground, and they have better core strength than I do, even though they did no athletics growing up. pretty crazy what it can do

[@natashatheresa]

This makes sense! I feel like if you are able to just incorporate more movements and positions into every day life then it’s not as necessary to have a whole separate workout routine or something ahhaha

[@byNatalee]

I also turned my desk into a floor desk, it’s been 6ish months and my hips have NEVER been more mobile. I can get from standing to squatting sooo smoothly.

[@natashatheresa]

That’s so cool! My hamstrings have definitely firmed up in just a couple of weeks lol

[@nativestrong7253]

Threw my back out just watching this

[@natashatheresa]

🤣🤣😭😭

[@vanessaprestoncreative]

I just LOVE this! I'm 48 and I need to work on my flexibility so I can be the limber, energetic 90 year old I want to be. I'm so tired of 'normal' furniture that isn't even comfortable. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@natashatheresa]

Yessssss that’s what I’m saying! I want to be 90 years old and still be moving and shaking, in a good way hahahah. Thanks for dropping by!!

[@HydrogenTwoO]

I love this so much. I'm considering getting a sitting mat for college, because literally in society it's: sit in chair, walk a bit, sit in another chair. There might be biking a bit or gym time, but the need to be in a chair all the time is weird to me. Our hips are meant for more mobility than being in one position, yet most of our time is in a chair.

[@natashatheresa]

Yes girl this is so true! Then we wonder why when we get old we got no hips no more! Thanks for watching and yes get that sitting mat! Hahahaha

[@LilPxppet]

I think that higher desk legs, so your legs can fit below the desk, would be more confortable for your arms to use the desk because you can get closer.

[@natashatheresa]

I like this idea!! I think eventually I’ll get one or build one without drawers so it’s easier to put my legs under :)

[@EntangledFields]

I agree. I go for 12 to 15 inches under my desk so I can sit in various positions and transition between them without knocking the desk crazy.

[@sufficiently_damp6227]

At the start of lockdowns and working from home, I was using my coffee table as my desk. I loved it for all the reasons you mentioned. Then my coworkers started mentioning it in calls ("are you sitting on the floor??") and I felt so embarrassed that I got a 'normal' desk. Two workplaces later, I still have that regular desk and shoulder pain/slumping at 26. You're onto something here.

[@natashatheresa]

Awww yeah I’m realize that for so many areas of life, what everyone thinks normal is actually what is doing is more harm than good. Time To get back on the floor; or maybe get a desk that allows to you be “normal” just for any zoom meetings lolllll

[@chidenisee]

I have been sleeping on a shikibuton for over 2 years now. I use a tatami mat underneath. It has been the best thing ever.

[@natashatheresa]

That’s awesome! I think my next step is to add a tatami mat :)

[@letshuman8985]

It’s strange because I just brought a desk, but now I prefer sitting on the floor as I find it much more comfortable and even miss it 😅

[@natashatheresa]

It be like that sometimes!!!

[@TheSuperBanana8747]

Just fyi, try not to stay seated for too long with your legs crossed! Over time it shortens the muscles of the inner thigh and can lead to a change in weight distribution when standing, which can be painful for the feet (i learned this the hard way 😔)

[@natashatheresa]

Oh no sorry to hear that! Thank you though for sharing your concern I appreciate it! Yah I don’t stay cross legged very long, I’m alternating between like 6-8 diff positions every few minutes and also I do like to run and play on playgrounds hahahahahaha

[@nothingbutblue6387]

The ergonomics are terrifying but I like your vibe 😂

[@natashatheresa]

LOL I appreciate your candor. The update video is coming in the next day or so, maybe the ergonomics will be less terrifying LOLLLLLL

[@Rock-Flower]

Girl, you don’t look 40. That’s crazy! Great job, keep going!

[@natashatheresa]

😅😅🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@rfmarves]

I'm not one that usually comments on videos, but... This has been the most fun, useful videos I've seen in quite some time. Thank you for sharing your experience, keeping it short, humorous, and creative. I loved the quirky video editing, side jokes and serious topic. Please do give us a long-term result of the experiment. Being too long at our desks is one of the modern plagues that haunts us and this is the first time I hear of this solution.

[@natashatheresa]

I am honored that you decided to comment on my video, thank you so much! And yes, I'm actually getting ready to release an update video, as I am trying out a floor to sit to standing desk and want to share my findings with you all :) I should have it posted by Monday at the latest.

[@michelleevans2445]

Looking forward to an update on how you're liking the floor living.

[@natashatheresa]

For sure!! Thanks for watching Michelle!!

[@d2d2d3d3]

idk if the algorithm is reading my mind but i've been thinking about making a floor desk set up for the past week and now this video pops up

[@natashatheresa]

The stars have aligned for us to intersect in this way. Lollllll! But yeah definitely consider doing it!!

[@barbkandel777]

Definitely, yes, get the Olympic Rings! You will use them, and add such fun tricks to your videos, so that we all can enjoy them too. Lol I can't believe you are 40! You look amazing! Keep up these changes that you are doing, it will keep you flexible and more mobile. It just makes sense! It really has me rethinking how I move throughout the day. Great video, Tasha! ❤

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahaha I didn’t even think about the possibility of using them in my videos hahahahhaha. Great idea hahahahhaa!!

[@jic.2633]

As someone who just turned 40, I can confirm I creaking.

[@natashatheresa]

Oh noooooooooooooo lolllllll

[@cycletricity]

and the creaking dosen't stop...at 46 (nearly 47) I can confirm 🤣

[@natashatheresa]

@@cycletricity LOLOLLLLLLLLL

[@_Rose94]

I never saw a video of you before but just clicked and I want to say you come across as such a genuine, nice person! The way you talk about things in an enthousiastic but not youtube-extreme enthousiastic way is refreshing. Thanks for being yourself😊

[@natashatheresa]

This is a very kind thing for you to say, thanks so much for clicking and being here hehe :)

[@macsworld93]

SO glad this was recommended to me, I love your vibe! When I was a kid I had a book about a Japanese doll's house. It was part story, part instruction manual to build your own authentic Japanese house, and I've been obsessed with legless furniture and being on the floor ever since

[@natashatheresa]

Wow that sounds so cool! Thanks for sharing and I’m glad you found your way here! I’m totally obsessed with all things Japanese at this point lol

[@macsworld93]

@@natashatheresa It's called 'Miss Happiness and Miss Flower' if you want to search for it! But apparently later editions do not contain the instructions, which is a bummer. It kickstarted my interest in Japanese culture for sure!

[@natashatheresa]

@@macsworld93 thanks for the book rec ♥️♥️

[@CapriRose]

I got rid of my couch 2 months ago and have been sleeping in the floor in my living room and i love it!! I will be getting my Japanese futon mattress soon and i also plan to lower my desk

[@natashatheresa]

Oh that’s so cool! Glad to hear you are enjoying floor living so far!

[@JasonNickel]

Sometimes I sit on the floor in front of the coffee table to eat and it's actually super comfy but I never thought this could be a thing.

[@natashatheresa]

I didn’t realize this could be a thing either hahahahahaha

[@heartquaked]

Love this idea! I slept on a Japanese futon for almost 4 years. It was great while I needed that extra rigidness to sleep on. I bought a camper van and am making an on the go office that is on the floor - I’m excited to try it! I think it’ll force me to stretch and move around more during the day. Sitting in a comfy chair for 8 hours is probably killing me.

[@natashatheresa]

That’s so cool you have a camper van!! I would love to have one one day hehe! Let me know how your floor office goes!!

[@ibunnysaur1]

I randomly stumbled upon your video and really love the way you present yourself-- it's really authentic and refreshing! I do have to say though, as someone who has a lot of back problems, many of my chiropractors have said that sitting cross legged on the floor actually isn't good for you because the pressure accumulates at the base of your spine/lower back and there's not as much blood flow going through your legs over long periods of time. I imagine moving around definitely helps but I hope no one in the comments gets dissuaded from a standard setup with a chair as well. Your setup honestly looks fun, and I would try it if I didn't have so many issues myself.

[@natashatheresa]

I truly appreciate your kind and thoughtful comment! You are right, for sure, if I were to sit cross legged for a prolonged period of time it would be no bueno. I definitely move around like every 1-2 minutes, even as I make this comment hahaha. It's crazy too b/c I have actually had a lot of back problems especially after I had my kiddos, luckily i lived next door to my chiro so I could visit him regularly throughout my 30s hahahaha. But I felt like, perhaps there were other things I needed ot look into which could be the source of my back pain. Personally, for me, I started exploring barefoot shoes and over the course of a year, my knees, ankles, and my lower back all seemed to get stronger. my lingering back pain faded into distant memory when it had been a companion for decade. It made me think more intentionally about how i move my body and how everything is connected from my toes all the way up to my head. I could write a whol eessay about how little changes I've made over the years have produced the limber 40 year old you see in this video LOLLLLLLL. of course, results may vary and one thing doesn't work for all, but as I sit here on my newly acquired zafu cushion, with my legs stretched undearneath my desk, i can see how it's helping my posture. In a few moments I'll switch it up as well. I realized that part of my issue was i was spending sooo much time sitting - i would drive for many hours each week for commutes and for church purposes, I'd sit at my office desk hours on end barely moving. I had to find ways to counteract this, and while I worked out regularly and lifted weights, it really wasnt' enough to undo my normal actions throughout each day. So that is why I started modifying how i do things, at least the things within my control. I thank you for being here and for sharing your knowledge as well! Ideally, I want to be able to do a mix of floor sitting, sitting at a chair, AND standing. That would be ideal to just keep mixing it up hehehe!

[@ibunnysaur1]

@@natashatheresa Oo I've never explored barefoot shoes... thanks for sharing your experience! At the end of the day it seems like moving more is the way to go 🙂

[@natashatheresa]

@@ibunnysaur1 yah I think that’s just it, move more, however works best for you! Hehehe

[@Windprinceinfiresman]

If you decide you need a back they have little egg chairs that are super popular in classrooms that have backs that can come up for extra support. Cool idea!

[@natashatheresa]

Thank you!!!

[@Azores365]

I also sleep on a floor mattress, that I lift up to use the extra room, and I made a floor couch. It’s so much better! Much more room to move around.

[@YouNeverKnowWhoIsWatching]

oh my goodness, I forgot about putting my feet behind my head. I used to do that as a kid too! Totally forgot about that. I used to do that backwards bend thing too. I think they call it a bridge, but I used to freak my granny out who said I was going to hurt myself. It never hurt. It was fun.

[@natashatheresa]

Yeah my son loves doing this lollllll! He does it regularly to maintain it. I’m working on getting it back…. We shall see lolllll

[@FuwariAngel]

I'm so happy to see I'm not the only one doing this!!! You said every reason I had as well. I don't think I want to go back!

[@natashatheresa]

Same!! I think the only other thing I might consider is how I feel compared to like a standing desk hahahaha

[@user-kv3rj4cv8i]

I made myself a low desk before about two years ago-its aspecially long, so i have space for paperwork and Laptop and so that I can stretch my legs under it. :) I love it and will never go back to a common desk hight!

[@natashatheresa]

That's awesome! Yeah I think this works for now but now I have a better idea of what I would like for a more permanent solution and it would involve being able to put my legs under!! I appreciate you sharing!!!

[@user-kv3rj4cv8i]

@@natashatheresa

[@natashatheresa]

@@user-kv3rj4cv8i for sure!!

[@bex438]

Keep up the good work Tasha I'm 49 & definitely creaking more than moving smoothly at the moment 😵 I think moving more is definitely the answer 😀

[@natashatheresa]

Awwwwwww well it’s not too late my love!!

[@rainakreeger]

I tried to sleep with just a mattress on the floor for a while until I stopped. And this video reminded me of the last day I did, when a HUGE spider came crawling right at me from the floor onto the mattress, RUNNING towards me.

[@natashatheresa]

Oh nooooooooooooooooooooooooo

[@rainakreeger]

@@natashatheresa but you'll probably be fine. Maybe 😅

[@natashatheresa]

I haven’t seen any spiders yet knock on wood so hopefully I’ll be ok lollll

[@rainakreeger]

@@natashatheresa fingers crossed 😂

[@nice_flowers_are]

You'd love having a low Japanese style dining table! We used to have a table that we sat on the floor to eat at, and I loved it!

[@natashatheresa]

I did used to in my old house! I loved having the option to sit close to the floor for dinner, but in our new place we got a free dining set and have no couches so I’m debating whether to keep it for if we have guests so there’s still some regular seats around lol!!

[@CrimsonMey]

My laptop is on a folding breakfast tray and I sleep on a egg tray bed topper on the ground. I don't have a pillow for my head. I do have a Japanese sofa chair thing that has a back that I coveted whenever I saw it in anime. It can lay flat or the back can come up in stages until it reaches that 90°. It's good when I use it with a hotdog pillow to wedge my lumbar.

[@natashatheresa]

I also don’t use a pillow bc I would wake up with a stiff neck whenever I did! Thanks for sharing what works for you!

[@tc_2ridgebacks38]

For a year now, I’ve been enjoying my desk on the floor. I have a adjustable floor seat. I’m loving Japanese style living. You got a new subscriber! I will check out your other videos as well.

[@natashatheresa]

Thank you so much!!! I am loving Japanese style living as well! I mean it’s one of the blue zones too right? They live so long and are so mobile in old age and I wanna be that hahahahha

[@Jean_in_Stillness]

Thoughtworthy is a great YT channel . . . as is your channel and excellent content! As someone who lives simply, it is a joy to observe how you are finding the sweet spot of needing less and less furnishings and finding what suits your lifestyle. The way you are getting up from the floor and sitting back down is wonderful for your being. Ability to do that is considered a real bonus for me and my senior friends. Your future self will thank you. 😃 Olympic rings have my vote! I take any chance I get to hang from the playground bars. And no joke: you've got me seriously considering the same for my only table currently used as a "desk" for home office space. 🤔 Trying out new ideas is exciting; looking forward to your updates.

[@natashatheresa]

Thank you so much for your kind comment! It’s been a fun journey and has taken me to places I didn’t even know were a thing hahaha! The Olympic rings have been delivered, so I’ll be figuring out where to place them shortly ahhahaha! Playground bars really help so much!! Maybe you can find something cheap on marketplace too like a low coffee table if you wanna try that way first hahahaha. Thanks for being here!!

[@IllyasArt]

This is a good idea for most people, but damn... this would absolutely destroy my already constantly in pain body, haha.

[@natashatheresa]

Oh no!!!

[@alechablackmon]

Instantly subscribed. Loving your storytelling abilities ❤ keep going, beautiful!!!!

[@natashatheresa]

Awwww thank you so much for being here!!

[@everyoneroasted]

When you said you were 40, I forgot what the video is even about, What do you eat to look half your age?

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahahahahahahhahahahahaha. Thank you thank you lollll

[@brunscus]

Exactly what I thought!!

[@natashatheresa]

@@brunscus yall is makin me blush LOL

[@IceCreamHoldingFee]

Love this! I am about to redesign my desk. I already use a balance ball to sit on with a desk at 20" high to alternate with an office chair, but I'm digging the zafu meditation cushion height too. 💜

[@natashatheresa]

Thanks so much! Let me know what you end up deciding to do! The balance ball sounds great too!

[@cycletricity]

I've gone the other way with a standing desk (one of those sit/stand numbers) and it is really helping so far even with just a few minutes of standing during the day and gradually I am able to stand for longer without my back and hips locking up which is a good thing.

[@natashatheresa]

I love this! I want to actually try out a desk that goes from the floor to the standing... I will be posting a video later today with updates!

[@MikePeiman]

43 seconds in - holy shit I like you!!! Amazing sense of humor "non-confrontational and violent way to concert you desk...), delivery, energy, self-possession. I am looking forward to more! (yes, i'll finish this video too) I'm also on the same path for health - shopping for a firm organic futon mattress, tatami mat, and have a standing desk I made which I haven't yet switched to... I also have had olympic rings in my office for several years. Need to use them more! looking forward to seeing your ring setup :)

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahahhahahaha thank you :) 43 seconds in people usually either decide to stay or they click out lolllll That’s so cool to hear all the improvements you have been making! I have a question for you - how high is your office ceiling bc I’m about to try to hang these today and I’m like oops my ceiling kinda low hahahahahahhah

[@AGVersace100]

I have just bought a standing desk after years of saving and I am late to the trend again !?!?! No way xD

[@natashatheresa]

Oh no!! Hahaha. But standing is nice too!!!

[@extrememinimalism]

Just an idea, you can get tables that go from coffee table height to regular dinning table height and fold out from desk size to dinning size.

[@natashatheresa]

Thanks that’s good to know! I’ll see if it’s in the budget hahahahaha

[@extrememinimalism]

@@natashatheresa it's an alternative if things don't work out or if your family or guest disagree or have issues with transitioning the dinning table in the future. idk if you made a dedicated video about your coach change but defo do that and if you ever do the kids beds or desks or whatever, do a video on that too!

[@natashatheresa]

In my old house I had a large enough kitchen that i actually had both a regular dining table and a lower one and it was nice. I def will look into the variable height ones! I try not to have people come over HAHAHAHAHAH jk. And yes I'll also do a couch video soon! :)

[@EqbalV]

Love this lifestyle! All the best to you and keep us updated.

[@natashatheresa]

Thanks so much for being here!!

[@eepylavendercat]

it's so sweet that you'll give your son a bit of your earnings

[@natashatheresa]

It's so funny b/c I was like - sure, if I even make anything, but of course, this is the video that decides to pop off on my channel and get me remonetized, so thanks son, he knew something I didn't LOL! Thank YOU for watching!

[@makermeagan3975]

I love this! I got this adjustable floor chair that I love and have been looking for a good office chair for my desk but maybe I already have it and just need to lower my desk! Thank you for the video, really enjoyed it!❤

[@natashatheresa]

Oh that's soo cool! What kind of floor chair did you get? And thank YOU for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed!

[@makermeagan3975]

@@natashatheresa It's a HOMCOM Convertible Flip Chair, Floor Lazy Sofa, Folding Upholstered Couch Bed with Adjustable Backrest. The fabric is rougher than I'd like but that is easily fixed by covering it with a soft blanket.

[@CodeJos]

Fantastic idea! Be a little uncomfortable to keep you moving and flexing around. I immediately put a plank on a laundry basket and am now sitting on the floor. Being uncomfortable, but at the same time happy with the knowlegde this is because I'm stiff and my body is now just not used to being flexible yet :-) Thanks for this!

[@natashatheresa]

It’s in the discomfort that we grow…. hahahahaaha. Thanks for watching!!

[@Darkangelike]

I have been sleeping on the floor since 2020 after I finally bought tatami !! I have never thought of floor leveled desk but this is amazing. I had tried the stand up desk but this is something I really need to try. Thank you for this novel idea. I am so happy to see someone else also into sitting on the floor and sleeping on the floor !! 😢

[@natashatheresa]

Yes we gotta stick together apparently there’s a bunch of us out there, time to form an association ahhahaha! Thanks for being here and yeah let me know if you end up trying a floor desk!

[@lesliew.7804]

I have my desk on the floor intentionally. For a couple of years now. I do switch it up with a floor chair. Especially for zoom meetings. I don’t want to be wiggling in a meeting. But I really like it. I’m almost 40 and can still get up and down from the floor pretty smoothly.

[@natashatheresa]

That's awesome to hear! And that makes sense about not wanting to wiggle around during a meeting hahaha! Definitely things to consider! I'm glad to hear you've had a great experience with floor sitting and it's helping you as you age :)

[@RTAV108]

I laughed out loud when I saw you take off n cut the table legs to make them closer to floor. 😃😃😃 For months I am trying to convince my husband to shorten the dining table height by cutting the legs by 2/3rd or get a floor dining table :) After all being Indians it is in our genes to do everything sitting on floor, right from morning exercise, daily worship, studying, book-keeping, cooking, eating, reading scriptures in the afternoon in front of the home alter, sleeping, literally everything! Bending back and forth to eat is healthier than sitting up straight and gulp. Even our toilets are squat ones like Japanese. That's why colon cancer is not that common in eastern world compared to Western world. I am trying to go back to traditional ways as much as possible in day-to-day routine as well as a spiritual life goal (after being in the rat race of modern life for 2 decades) because they have proven to be most healthy and have long lasting effect on our mental health too.

[@natashatheresa]

Yea I feel like the eastern world has so many things right compared to western world. I have used a squat stand in front of my toilet for years now, even a bidet. Don’t know that I can make do squat toilet though…. Yet. Hahahaha! That makes sense about reduced colon cancer but I didn’t even think about that aspect! That’s a good idea for another video!!! And yes regarding mental health!

[@c.athompson9280]

Wooooow! I was inspired by the use of the saw thingy. First time seeing one of your videos. I need to improve on my bravery in every way in my 40s.

[@natashatheresa]

I love this for you hahahaha! I only started using the saw thingy 2 years ago so… it’s never too late!!

[@tinahatch7440]

The Olaf vanity is CUUUUTE 😆

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahahaha tyyyyy

[@nothingiseverperfect]

YES, THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS! I was so curious if anyone else did this! You deserve more subs, you’re great!

[@natashatheresa]

Awww thank you so much for your kind words!!! This appears to be my first video that is popping off so I’ve gotten like 500 new subs so far and I want to throw up 😭🤣😅

[@NotesNNotes]

I have a back & groin issue and honestly ten years ago this probably would have helped but now I don’t think I can rock it 😭 I definitely love embracing a different lifestyle especially as desk-bound laborers!

[@natashatheresa]

awwwww sorrry to hear about your issue!!

[@alltheloveannie]

I really want a low desk as well! It seems like such a good change

[@natashatheresa]

I am enjoying it! It’s definitely something to get used to but I already feel that my legs are stronger just bc of the reps from springing off from the ground lol!

[@violettiplady3113]

oh yes! i think my kids would even eat better with a Japanese dinner table, sitting on the floor. I always have moved myself towards the floor even from couches. The floor is the way to go. Also since having my daughter I have had my mattress on the floor.

[@natashatheresa]

Yasssssssss we actually had a Japanese dining table at my original home.. there’s no room here but it was so fun and we used to even do ramen and soba and stuff lol

[@micheledryden1057]

Another fun filled video!!! I’m glad you’re making a life that’s truly reflective of the things that make sense for you and your family. I’ll just be here, chomping on a carrot as you venture down one rabbit hole after another. 😊

[@natashatheresa]

Michele I appreciate you always! It’s people like you that made me miss KZbin so much, and I’m so glad to be back thanks for always believing in me 😭😭

[@Tired_Night_Owl_in_the_Woods]

I ditched my desk and big office chair long ago😅 I thought I have to have them but always ended at the floor as in my childhood😂 Hubby just told why do keep they if you are not using them? So know when I rearranged the bedroom I sit on a carpet on the floor with 2 types of portable mini-desks for my notebook to choose and have a giant teddy-bear as a support for my back against a shelf (or just a giant pillow😅). I love it this way much better!

[@natashatheresa]

I love this! It's a prime example of just listening to your body and going with what comes most naturally hahhaha

[@Telonia]

I’m glad I’m sitting on the floor while watching this haha

[@natashatheresa]

HAHAHAHAA you already know what to do LOLLL

[@HoneyxLime]

I’ve been thinking about this a lot because I have a lot of back pain but I get relief when I sit on the ground.

[@natashatheresa]

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm maybe try it more often and see how it goes!!

[@JJ_Smilez]

This is the first video I’ve seen of yours and I loved it! New sub!

[@natashatheresa]

Yay! Thank you for being here! Hope you like the others HAHAHAHAHAA

[@eveedgarlopez]

This is so interesting, I've been obsessed with sleeping on the floor since I can remember. Just subscribed, I think your channel's gonna flourish 🎉

[@natashatheresa]

Thanks so much Eve for your kind words and for being here!! Yay for sleeping on the floor!!

[@imjustchillman]

That lil boi is smart. He chose a share of the revenues for this videos instead of a flat amount of money. And this video has the most views so far.

[@natashatheresa]

🧠📈✅🤣

[@rachellesawyer6523]

Great video - I've been floor sleeping for about 3 and a half months now and such a positive improved sleep - and have been floor sitting and also got myself an affordable table to use as a floor desk/table - your body prompts you when to move - and you do change your position when floor sitting where as when sitting in chair for long periods you are limited to what change you can make - more standing is also good

[@natashatheresa]

Yesssss exactly, our body prompts us to move! Stay tuned bc I’m currently trying out a floor to standing desk hehe

[@Karla_Finch-Cluff]

WHAT?! You're 40? My goodness, You look FANTASTIC for being 40, I used to be skinny, didn't have kids but I swear a fat switch was ticked on me at 32 and I've been unable to get the weight off [somehow gained 80# over 6 years] and I hope by the time I am 40 as well that I'll find the changes to [hopefully] look as great as you do! New sub, will follow for more!

[@natashatheresa]

Thank you for your kind words! And for subbing! Happy to have you here!!

[@SameraAbroad]

yes ha, changed to a futon, now I have a small table to use on the floor for a desk... not me looking at the couch thinking it should go too.. 👀

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahahahaha well also consider if you normally have guests or anything who might be like, hey where can I sit? Hahahaha

[@GabeBult]

Road to 500 likes 👍

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahaha thankssss

[@hindside]

the road to rings!

[@HydrogenTwoO]

459.... almost there!

[@natashatheresa]

Well… just woke up and we are at 560 lollll

[@jeriheggie]

Subscribed because you made me smile and I want to see you put your foot behind your head 😂 also seriously thinking about buying mini legs for my desk! Let’s start a movement 😅

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahaha I am def working on the foot behind my head hahahahah! And yes let’s put mini legs on EVERYTHING hahahaha. Thanks for being here!!

[@GabeBult]

I need to try this

[@natashatheresa]

Do it do it

[@jennyjenkins877]

I'd love to see a 100-day flexibility challenge to see if you could get a foot behind your head again! I love all the self challenges that Makari Espe does.

[@natashatheresa]

Oooooooooooooo that is intriguing. Let me explore hahaha

[@Runner8617]

I also enjoy watching flexibility challenges videos, I never knew that an adult can increase flexibility until these videos.

[@AG-hx6qn]

LOL. I love how you began this video and let me know I should subscribe. XD

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahahahaah glad it worked lollll

[@Waterfalls131]

I discovered you with this video and it was really pleasant to watch! I love your energy ❤ new sub here 😊

[@natashatheresa]

Yay! Thank you for being here and glad you enjoyed the video!

[@pepekrep3070]

amazing i also thought about go to sit on the ground after see it on toughtworthy, hope youll share ur experience in a later video!

[@natashatheresa]

Thanks! For sure the update video is already in the works hahahhaha

[@larab4999]

I like your vibe so I subscribe! I genuinely didn't know that was going to turn into a rhyme until mid-sentence 😋

[@natashatheresa]

Hahahahhahahahah I love random rhymes! Thanks for being here!!

[@Onyxaxe]

Get the gym rings. I've had a set for years and Idk why everyone's first step in fitness is a giant mega gym thingy. I used to have a 3 room apt with space for a freestanding squat rack, but now I'm in a studio. I bought one of those Vevor folding pullup bars to hang my rings on and I'm very happy with this setup.

[@natashatheresa]

Thanks for sharing!! Check out my most recent video as I did get the rings hehehe! I’ll check out your recs as well!

[@melissanichole8184]

You are an absolute delight! This video popped up on my recommendations. And you're way past 500 likes now! ❤

[@natashatheresa]

HAHAHA thanks, I got a bit lucky lol. Do check out the followup video where I show off my new gymnast rings and gymnast skills LOL. Appreciate you dropping by!

[@mansurbm_]

Ngl, this reminds me of the standing desk movement, but instead of going up, you're going down.

[@natashatheresa]

🎶 Flip it and reverse it (Missy Elliott reference which probably ages me but I said I’m 40 anyway so it’s fine) hahahahahaha

[@benWTL]

Just wanted to say you look great for 40 and having a kid, no joke thought you were late 20s. Interesting video!!

[@natashatheresa]

Thank you - I'm trying LOLLLL. Thanks also for watching!

[@redred333]

yes, I hope this catches on. I need more inspo

[@natashatheresa]

I wonder!!! I guess we shall see hahaha

[@chrysanthemum3087]

omg fellow floor desk person here! love your sense of humor!!

[@natashatheresa]

Yay and hi!! Glad you enjoyed the video hehe