48 | You’ve SAT more than you can imagine

In episode 48, we discussed the detrimental effects of sitting as the most anti-developmental activity of our time. Now, let's delve into the fact that we have all sat much more than we believe, leading to a deadly combination that has shaped our movement and development.

It becomes especially evident in middle-aged and older individuals who have spent the most time sitting. We have come to accept it as normal for elderly people to become immobile, dependent, and lose their independence. However, when we see centenarians who are still active and engaged with life, we realize that the key difference is their avoidance of excessive sitting.

Sitting is not only completely anti-developmental, but it also dominates our movement development. The more we reflect on this, the more we understand how sitting has become pervasive and omnipresent throughout our lives. We have lost touch with the central role movement plays in our human experience.

Let's explore three reasons why we have all sat much more than we think and how sitting has become the dominant force shaping our movement:

1. Starting Early: From the moment our mothers put us in high chairs or baby chairs, we have been exposed to the anti-developmental force of sitting. Chairs have molded us throughout our lives, accumulating time and impacting our development.
2. Developmental Years: During our critical developmental years, when our bodies are still forming, sitting has played a profound role. Sitting during these formative years has a far greater impact than sitting later in life. Unraveling these effects requires significant effort and energy.
3. Cumulative Daily Sitting: Even today, we spend a considerable amount of time sitting. On average, we sit for four to five hours a day, and for some, it can exceed 15 hours. The amount of time we accumulate sitting on a daily basis is staggering, considering the impact it has on our bodies.

The combination of sitting for a long time, sitting during crucial developmental years, and the excessive sitting we continue to do creates a cocktail for compounded damage to our system. We often underestimate the extent to which sitting affects our lives because it is so deeply ingrained in our daily routines.

To address this issue, we must take action. We need to un-sit as much as possible, minimize our sitting time, and adopt more intelligent sitting habits. Additionally, we should strive to reverse the impact of sitting on our bodies through focused efforts. Awareness is the first step towards empowering positive change.

If you're ready to take action, consider joining our course called "Kinetic Keystone." This course guides you through the process of reversing the impact of sitting, developing awareness, reconnecting with your body, and restoring structures that sitting has deteriorated.

Together, we can combat the effects of excessive sitting and reclaim our well-being. Share this message with anyone you know who may benefit from it. Let's work towards a society that values movement and embraces a healthier lifestyle.

Until next time, stay well.

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