Sitting on the Floor Turns Out More Helpful
There are many playing activities that we do as children by sitting on the floor, starting from congklak, bekel ball, or playing cards. With family, sometimes we eat together on the floor. Even some restaurants also provide the concept of lesehan for their visitors. Not to forget, when there are several events such as potluck, social gathering, PKK meetings, and so on, we also often sit together on the floor.
Be grateful that we become citizens of a country with a culture of sitting on the floor. Why should you be grateful? After reading this article, you will know why. Kirsten Nunez, MS., Health and lifestyle journalists in New York, USA, revealed some of the benefits that can be obtained from the habit of sitting on the floor, including:
Encourages Natural Stability
When you sit on a chair, the structure of the chair legs will help you balance your body. Without chair support, sitting on the floor forces you to use your core muscles for stabilization.
Reduces Hip Pain
Sitting in a chair for too long can cause your hips to tighten and stiffen. Sitting on the floor can stretch your hip flexors.
Increase Flexibility
Sitting on the floor, such as during yoga practice, can increase the flexibility or flexibility of your body. This is because sitting on the floor allows you to actively stretch your lower body muscles.
Increases Mobility
Sitting on the floor even without any activity involves more muscle activity than if you are sitting in a chair. Sitting on the floor can even be called “active rest.”
However, you still need to pay attention to good posture when sitting on the floor. Kirsten said, “If done incorrectly, sitting on the floor can cause pain and discomfort. This is very possible if you already have joint problems. ” It is important to avoid slouching. Otherwise, you can develop or worsen posture problems and back pain.
Also read:
The Threat Behind Too Long Sitting
The Dangers of Sitting Too Long
Do This To Relieve Back Pain
Risk Factors for Back Pain
Prevent Back and Neck Pain
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