Butt Spreading the Results of Working in Digital Media

Working from home has its perks. You save money on commuting, no office attire, and you get to work on your own schedule. However, you and your friends who work at an office may share one thing in common and it isn’t so pretty!

Office a**, pancake butt, flattocks, whatever you want to call it, it’s flat. It’s not just your imaginary that’s making you notice your butt look less perky, round, and maybe even a little saggy? According to an article written by the New York Post, physical therapist Abby Bales confirmed to them that prolonged sitting can lead to a difficult time actively engaging [your] glutes to both strengthen and shape them." 

If you think this is happening to you or want to prevent it from happening, follow our tips on how to fight office a**:

Change your desk:

Instead of sitting on an office chair all day consider switching to a stand-up desk. These desks allow you to adjust the height, so you are comfortably at level with your computer and surface. Healthline reports “In fact, when compared to an afternoon of sedentary work, an equal amount of time spent standing has been shown to burn over 170 additional calories.”

Some suggest switching your chair out for a yoga ball for 20 minutes a day to engage your core and pelvic muscles.

Posture:

If you must be sitting all day and alternating to a standing desk is not an option, make sure that when you sit you have good posture. Bad posture can increase the issues brought to you by sitting for long periods of time. Adjust your chair so your hips are slightly above your knees, feet resting flat on the floor. Make sure your lower back is supported, either by a sturdy chair back, or a pillow. Keep shoulders relaxed, but upright, and head directly over the shoulders. Make sure your computer screen is not too low to avoid your neck being bent forward.

Go for a walk:

If you’re able to squeeze a 10-15 minute walk into your break go for it! The more active your keep your glutes and muscles the better. Introducing a small workout into your daily activity could help tone your glutes and improve your health overall. Squats, cardio, and core strengthening workouts are your new best friends.

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