Sitting Myths Explained: A guide to better sitting habits

Office chairs are the most personal part of the workplace. They’re the item you interact with most during the day, which is why design matters. Savo works with designers who focus on human-centred principles, combining ergonomics and aesthetics to create chairs that work well and look good.

Sustainability is also built into the process. Guided by the principle of “Reduce, reuse, repair, recycle”, Savo develops products for the circular economy. Each chair is designed in layers, making components easy to remove, repair, or replace over time. This extends their lifespan and reduces waste.

Ergonomics remain central, with ongoing research into how workplaces around the world can better support movement. Savo's latest "sitting myths, explained" research explores common misconceptions about sitting and promotes a more balanced approach to supporting the body throughout the day.

BY HOW. GROUP
PUBLISHED September 11, 2025

Myth 1 - "Standing is always better than sitting"

It's true that standing has its benefits, it can boost circulations and energy, but standing for too long has its own issues including back strain and fatigue.

The healthier approch is, as always, a balance. Switching regularly between sitting, standing, and moving helps prevent fatigue, lowers stress on any particular part of the body, and keeps you more engaged. The key is to avoid stillness, and promote variety.

Myth 2 - "Take 1 or 2 long breaks throughout the day"

While longer breaks have their place, your body actually responds better to shorter, more frequent pauses. Even just two or three minutes away from the workstation every half hour can reduce fatigue, improve concentration, and support long-term comfort.

These breaks don't need to be complicated or scheduled - just stand up, have a stretch, grab some water, or take a quick stroll. Small, regular brain breaks throughout the day are far more effective than a big long break over lunch.

Myth 3 - "Sitting still is fine as long as it's 'ergonomic'"

Well-designed seating makes a big difference, but your posture is never static. Even with the right support, staying in one position too long can lead to stiffness and reduced circulation.

That's why Savo chairs, along with other solutions we recommend at HOW Group, are designed to encourage movement. Subtle adjustments in posture, leaning, shifting weight, and stretching for example, keep your body active and better supported throughout the day

The takeaway

We don't see the sitting vs standing debate as either-or. We see the real solution to be balance and variety. A workspace that suppors movement, balance, and adaptability is a workplace that promotes productivity and wellbeing.

With products like Savo's dynamic task seating, alongside height adjustable tables and desks like Adapt and Follow, we help clients create environments that keep offices healthy, comfortable, and productive throughout the day.

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