
How much time have you spent sitting down this week? Whether you’re hunched over one of the best laptops, kicking back on the couch, or driving, it’s the default position. But excessive sitting can have unwanted effects on your body.
“Physiologically, there are many reasons that our joints and muscles might feel stiff and sore after prolonged periods of sitting,” explains Pilates instructor and Shape Pilates founder Gemma Folkard. “One of the major reasons for aches and pains is the actual position sitting puts us in.