The power of your posture in the office

Do you recognise this? After hours at your desk, you feel tired and tense, as if your body is in energy-saving mode. No wonder: long, cramped sitting slows down your circulation and flattens your breathing, which means less oxygen reaches your brain. The result: tiredness, lack of concentration and the feeling of an empty battery in the evening.

The solution lies in an upright and dynamic posture. Many people believe that „sitting up straight“ alone is the answer. But even perfect posture is of little use if you keep it the same for hours on end. Physiotherapists emphasise: „The best posture is always the next one.“ If you stay in the same position for too long, you risk overloading your tissues and structures, causing tension and pain. Your body loves variety. Even small changes of posture in between, such as standing up, shifting your weight or rotating your shoulders, work wonders.

Did you know, for example, that your intervertebral discs work like sponges? Movement “pumps” them through: Under pressure, waste products are pressed out and nutrients are absorbed when the pressure is relieved. Just 30 seconds of a different posture is enough to activate this effect and improve the supply to your intervertebral discs.

So make sure your body line is upright, but don't remain rigid. Consciously straighten up again and again: Keep your head, shoulders and hips in line to minimise unnecessary pressure on your muscles and joints. At the same time, changing your posture regularly keeps your joints supple and muscles active. You'll feel the results immediately: less cramped joints, better circulation and more energy in everyday life. What's more, with an upright, confident posture, you also radiate more self-confidence, a presence that both you and your colleagues will notice.

And the best thing is: Isa, your digital coach, will support you. It discreetly reminds you of your next posture change and helps you to fully utilise the power in your body line - for a healthy, strong and productive day at the office.