Whether you’re working in your home office, on a gaming session with your mates, or tackling long hours of studying/homework, sitting down for long periods of time can have a real negative effect on your body.
In fact, sitting down for long periods of time can put huge stress on your back and spine, leading to discomfort and back issues down the line - not ideal!
This is why investing in the right chair is super important for anyone who sits for long periods of time a day. And we don’t just mean any old chair, oh no. We mean an economic chair.
This is a type of chair that’s specifically designed to provide maximum comfort and support to people who spend a lot of time sat down. Due to their unique features, they help to promote proper posture, reduce the risk of musculoskeletal issues, and enhance overall well-being of the user.
What Are the Main Features of an Ergonomic Chair?
As touched on, an ergonomic chair has a number of features designed to improve your posture and offer proper back support, unlike many conventional desks on the market.
Some of their main features include:
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Adjustable seat height - ergonomic chairs offer a very handy feature allowing you to adjust your seat height, so that you can properly align your thighs parallel to the floor with your feet flat
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Lumbar support - this feature supports the natural curve of your lower back to prevent slouching and reduce strain
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Seat depth and width - this ensures proper seating so your back rests fully against the backrest, with a couple of inches between your knees and the edge of the seat
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Headrests - many ergonomic chairs come with a headrest, which supports the back of the head and the upper neck, reducing tension in the shoulders and upper torso
- Seat tilt - Good ergonomic chairs should allow the seat to tilt, which allows for correct positioning of the pelvis
An ergonomic chair is designed to provide optimal comfort, support, and functionality during long periods of sitting.
Browse our complete collection of ergonomic chairs here, which are ideal for use with our height-adjustable desks.
The 5 Best Chairs for Long Periods of Sitting
With so many on the market, finding the perfect chair can be a little overwhelming. This is why we’re here to help!
Our experts have handselected 5 of the best chairs, especially designed for long periods of sitting.
1. Curvo Ergonomic Chair
The Curvo Ergonomic Chair is a great example of a quality chair, suitable for long sitting sessions. Designed best for office/ desk use, this chair features a luxury memory foam seat topper for enhanced comfort and pressure distribution, and its asynchronous heavy-duty mechanism lets you adjust both the seat pad and backrest angle.Adjustability doesn’t stop there! Both the seat depth (50mm) and back height (80mm) are also easily adjustable, providing sufficient support for varying statures.
The Curvo is also equipped with highly adjustable 4d armrests allowing for adjustment in height, depth, width, and angle, providing the utmost in support for varying tasks.
Additional features include:
- Impressive 7 year warranty
- Crib5 and domestic FR rated fabric
- 17 fabric colour options to suit any style preference
- UK manufactured
The Curvo also features a large, sculpted backrest with integrated lumbar support to promote good posture.
2. Expectation Chair
The Expectation is another quality office chair, ideal for long periods of sitting. Designed to support the natural movement of your body, this ergonomic chair is fully equipped with synchronous technology and a back-tilt function.It also features a forward tilted seat & sliding seat depth adjustment, height adjustable lumbar support and 5 lockable back positions. Talk about adjustability!
More key benefits include:
- 3D height adjustable gel arm pads
- Class 4 gas adjustment
- Heavy duty black nylon base
- 25 stone (158kgs) weight rating
3. Influence Stylish Ergonomic Mesh Chair
The Influence office chair has been specially designed to support your everyday interactions and enhance active sitting to increase your wellbeing, whether it be at the desk or gaming.
With a wide range of adjustment options, you can personalise the seated position that suits you best, so that you can sit with optimal ergonomic comfort and keep your body moving.Some adjustable features include a height and angle adjustable headrest, 3D height adjustable gel arm pads, sliding seat depth adjustment and adjustable active tension control.
The chair also boasts:
- Five lockable back positions
- 25 stone (158kgs) weight rating
- Nylon fixed arms (MEH-56BS-FA)
- Class 4 gas adjustment
- Heavy-duty cast aluminium base
4. Sculpture ER10 Executive Ergonomic Mesh Chair
The Sculpture ER10 ergonomic executive mesh chair has been engineered to provide unequaled levels of back support and optimal seated comfort.
With its high quality multi-functional components, this is the perfect choice for heavy duty office environments.
With a tilt lock function, height adjustable gel arm pads, five lockable back positions and a height adjustable lumbar back, personalisation and comfort has never been easier.
5. HAG Capisco Puls 8010
Last but certainly not least, we have the HAG Capisco Puls 8010, a beautiful and ergonomic designer chair made from 39% recycled materials.
Ergonomically inspired by a horseback rider’s posture, its pioneering saddle seat and overall unique shape offer endless ways to sit or half stand’.
This chair is ideal for sitting for long periods of time, encouraging an upright sitting posture and a natural curvature in your lower back. This chair also allows you to vary your working position, so whatever feels most comfortable to you – you can absolutely do it, ergonomically!
If you need a little bit more help, check out our recent blog on how to choose the right ergonomic chair. And For more information and tips on desk accessories, visit our standing desks blog.
Check out our quality selection of ergonomic chairs to suit all requirements. Ps. all chairs come with free UK delivery, a 7 year warranty, 30 day risk free return, as well as access to a UK-based customer service team to answer any questions that you might have.
