From Wellbeing Magazine · Editorial Team · · 1m
The Missing Piece of Everyday Comfort
Why we should pay more attention to how we sit for everyday comfort.
In brief
Why we should pay more attention to how we sit for everyday comfort. Physical therapist Lana Tobin created Angglz, a portable knee rest to address discomfort from prolonged sitting. Originally reported by Wellbeing Magazine.
The Overlooked Part of Daily Life
We spend hours sitting daily but rarely consider knee comfort during this time.
“We had plenty of solutions for when people were moving, but almost none for the hours they spent sitting.”
Lana Tobin's Personal Experience
Physical therapist Lana Tobin noticed knee discomfort after running and tried a simple fix.
“We had plenty of solutions for when people were moving, but almost none for the hours they spent sitting.”
The Knee Problem
Tobin's iliotibial band hurt during a drive home after running, leading her to try a new position.
“The change in position immediately made her feel more comfortable, prompting her to reconsider something she had encountered throughout her professional career.”
Why Knees Get Ignored
Most comfort solutions focus on backs, necks and feet, not knees during sitting.
“We had plenty of solutions for when people were moving, but almost none for the hours they spent sitting.”
Angglz: The Knee Rest
Angglz is a portable knee rest designed to improve comfort during sitting.
“It is intended to travel between the places where sitting is part of everyday life, including cars, offices, airplanes and other settings where extended periods in a seat are difficult to avoid.”
The Bigger Picture
Active lifestyles include everyday moments where comfort matters, not just exercise.
“We spend hours sitting, yet rarely think about whether our seats provide the support we need.”
What Comes Next
Tobin's idea encourages paying more attention to seated comfort for everyday well-being.
“Perhaps it's time to broaden the conversation about everyday comfort.”
The key point
Physical therapist Lana Tobin created Angglz, a portable knee rest to address discomfort from prolonged sitting.
