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If you’re anything like me, you sit ALL DAY LONG. As a writer, I have my butt planted in front of my computer screens, typing away for 10+ hours every day. And let me tell you, desk chairs are not created equal (I even published an article on how to avoid office chair butt that you should check out). But is an exercise ball chair the answer?
As a fitness buff, I think using an exercise ball as a chair seems cool. After all, I then get to take equipment from my gym and use it in my office. Heck, maybe I’ll bust out some crunches between writing articles throughout the day.
But there are actually many studies that confirm the harmful effects of sitting for a prolonged period. It can slow down your metabolism and increase your risk of diabetes. As an alternative to traditional desk chairs, some individuals have started using exercise balls to promote “active sitting.”
The concept behind this is that an unstable ball forces your body to continuously make minor stabilizing movements in your core and lower body. Unlike standard ergonomic chairs that lead to poor posture, an exercise ball keeps muscles engaged and improves core strength.
