If you’ve ever searched for an office chair on Google, you probably know it can get a liiiiiittle overwhelming.
There are actually hundreds - if not THOUSANDS - of options, each making their own little claims on how this particular chair will change your life. Look at all these unique features! There’s a pop-out footrest! What about this cute retro looking chair? Wait, do you NEED a headrest? Why is this chair $2,000 and looks almost the same as that $100 Staples chair?
Right? Pretty overwhelming.
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Luckily for you - you’ve found an ✨ergonomist✨ in the wild who’s here to help you sort through this veritable sea of options - someone who’s not just here to sell you that particular chair but actually CARES about your comfort. Ya feel me??
Before we dive in, it’s VERY important to first: 1️⃣ identify your pain points 2️⃣ figure out what features in a chair that will best support you 3️⃣ check how the chair will fit into your entire setup 4️⃣ learn how to adjust and sit in a way that maximizes its function
Now, let’s run down the list of some super important features in a chair that’ll probably be directly related to the joy and comfort you’ll get out of it. So without further ado… let’s go!
Ummm, friends don’t let friends get chairs with shitty backrests, because we don’t wanna send you to the hospital with a herniated disk in a few years, ok?