Why is moving essential for those who sit for long periods?
Because this causes the small back muscles to become problematic. How does this happen? The small back muscles love sitting because then they can laze around. In fact, these small muscles are extremely hardworking and a marvel of endurance—they can handle hours of walking or standing with ease. But, as in real life, long periods of inactivity are bad for their condition. The longer the small back muscles remain inactive while comfortably leaning in a seated position, the more strength they lose, so that in the long term even the large back muscles have to support the small muscles in keeping the spine upright. Since these large muscles are not designed for prolonged strain, they stiffen and cause pain.
How can you train the small back muscles? Quite simple – stand up and do moving, because when standing, during slow, relaxed movement – that is, during moving, walking, and all balance exercises – the small muscles are active.
Enjoy moving! Best wishes from Roswitha Ram-Devrient & the moving team.
