Why we suck at not sitting all day

We all know that sitting for hours is bad for our health.

Not only physical (increasing our risk of getting a heart disease, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, persistant pain, etc.) but mental. We're simply not made to sit so much.

So why do we suck at moving more?

My theory is this:

We were told in our 20s that sitting is bad, but “an increased risk of heart disease” scares absolutely no one in their 20s. It’s too far away, too vague. We were also told we should start planning our retirement, and we all know how that went.

So we created the habit of sitting all day. For a simple reason: it’s more comfortable, more convenient to do ur work.

And then we got to our 30s... and suddenly we start paying the price:

“Oh no, my back hurts”

“Oh no, I’m depressed”

“Oh no, I’ve put on 20 kilos”

So we get a standing desk, but we use it once a year, because the habit we created 15 years ago is just too strong.

So we decide that it’s just the way it is. We’re getting old, and it’s normal to be in pain.

BUT IT’S NOT.

I promise you two things:

1. It's not normal.
2. You can absolutely fix the damage without sacrificing your comfort

It’s just a matter of building a healthier routine. A routine that you love and that fits seamlessly into your life.

And it’s so, so worth it. Let me help ✊

, I shared why we don't do what we know we should be doing, and how it has nothing to do with laziness (so please stop feeling guilty over it).

And if you want support to build a healthier routine, reply to this email or write to me on WhatsApp with a few words describing your situation. I'll tell you if I can help and how :)

Om, peace 🧡

Clem