Improve your well-being when standing and sitting for long periods!

Sitting at a desk for hours or standing in the kitchen for ages – our bodies can react with tension. The problems usually develop gradually: when we sit, our hip flexors and chest muscles shorten, causing the back to bend into an unnatural curve. When we stand, we are often unaware of our posture, which can lead to uneven strain.

Your 3-minute strategy for comfortable sitting

Check your posture every 30-60 minutes: legs hip-width apart, feet flat on the floor, shoulders relaxed and back, gaze straight ahead. Sounds simple, but it can increase your well-being. Take micro-breaks: just standing up and moving around for 1-2 minutes can activate blood circulation and release tension. Use phone calls to walk around or stand up while drinking coffee. Express mobilisation at work: Shoulder circles, gentle upper body rotations and the knee-chest stretch while sitting can specifically mobilise problem areas. A slight tilt of the pelvis can also relieve pressure on the lumbar region.

Stand relaxed – without tired legs

Optimise weight distribution: Stand on both legs with your knees slightly bent. This activates your deep muscles and prevents the typical ‘slumping’ to one side. Activate your core: Gently pull your pelvis forward and slightly activate your abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. This stabilises your spine from the inside out.

Dynamic standing: Change your position regularly – sometimes put one leg forward, sometimes shift your weight. Movement is life, even when standing.

Practical video: Movements you can do right away

The video shows simple exercises. The more often you incorporate these mini routines, the more lasting the effect.

WOOL PEAK

Support for your mobility breaks:
The special midsole of the first Merino running shoe can return energy with every step – pleasant for your short walking breaks between periods of sitting. If you stand up and move around every 30-60 minutes, the Wool Peak can cushion your steps and support blood circulation in your legs. The WOOLFINITY® merino material adapts to every foot movement, while the inner lining ensures your skin stays dry – even during longer periods of standing.

MERINO CURVE MAX

Comfort for long periods of standing:
The Air Bubble sole technology with integrated air bubble in the heel area can make a difference when standing for long periods. The EVA midsole cushions and absorbs every change of position when you shift your weight from one leg to the other. The structured rubber profile gives you a secure grip while you do the exercises in the video. The temperature-regulating Merino construction keeps your feet feeling dry and comfortable even when standing for hours, and can reduce the typical feeling of tiredness in the legs.

It's all about teamwork

Staying comfortable throughout the day isn't rocket science – it just takes the right combination of conscious posture, regular exercise and supportive shoes. High-quality merino shoes such as the Wool Peak or Merino Curve Max can provide that extra comfort.

Your body benefits from even small but regular attention. Make movement breaks a habit, pay attention to your posture and invest in shoes that can support you throughout the day. This way, well-being becomes a matter of course.