13 Sedentary Lifestyle Statistics in the United States [2022]

Sedentary jobs have increased 83% since 1950, according to the American Heart Association. Further, only 20% of jobs in the United States are physically active. This is a drastic change over the last 60 years. In 1960, roughly half of jobs were physically active [15]. Given that worrying trend, let’s look at the latest statistics … Read more

Herman Miller Aeron or Cosm: Which Is Better?

Thinking about pulling the trigger on an ergonomic chair, and tossing up between the Herman Miller Aeron and Cosm chairs?  Each chair is an icon within the Herman Miller range, and has its own strengths and weaknesses. In this article, we’ll discuss how these chairs stack up based on key factors. This includes price, ergonomic … Read more

Ultimate Guide to Standing Desk Ergonomics

Studies indicate employees spend around 62% of their time in a sedentary sitting position [1] and university students spend up to 75% or more of their class time sitting down [2]. Given occupational sitting time has been linked with chronic disease [3], these stats are worrying and many have turned to standing desks as an … Read more

Herman Miller Aeron vs Steelcase Leap v2: Which Is Better?

Thinking about investing in a premium ergonomic chair and have your eye on either the Herman Miller Aeron or Steelcase Leap v2? In this article, we’ll discuss how each chair compares based on a number of key features, including price, ergonomic features, appearance and build quality. I’ve tried to provide “quick snapshot tables” where relevant, … Read more

Herman Miller Aeron or Mirra 2: Which Is Better?

Considering the Herman Miller Aeron or Mirra 2 chairs, and wondering which one may suit you better? In this article, we’ll provide an overview of each of these chairs and how they compare based on key features you might care about.  By the end of the article, you’ll be better equipped to determine which chair … Read more

How To Clean a Herman Miller Aeron Chair (DOs and DON’Ts)

Is your Herman Miller Aeron chair looking a little worse for wear and in need of some cleaning? In this article, we’ll cover how to clean your Herman Miller Aeron chair, as well as what to avoid so you don’t accidentally damage your (not cheap!) chair. You’ll get some specific guidelines for each of the … Read more

How to tell if a Herman Miller Aeron chair is authentic?

Considering a used Herman Miller Aeron chair and wondering if it’s the real deal? In this article, we’ll cover a few checks you can perform to determine if your chair is authentic, as well as some other things you may want to know so you can make an informed assessment.  If you’re lukewarm on the … Read more

How long do Herman Miller chairs last?

If you’ve got your eye on a Herman Miller chair, you might be wondering how long you can expect a Herman Miller chair to last. It’s no secret these chairs don’t come cheap, so if you’re going to be forking out the cash you want to know whether your chair will hold up over time. … Read more

What is Steelcase 3D knit? Is it better?

What is Steelcase 3D knit? Steelcase 3D knit refers to the upholstery fabric used to cover the chair backrest. 3D knit fabric differs from standard chair fabrics in that it is knitted (almost like a sweater), rather than woven like many chair fabrics.  Knit fabrics are made up of a single yarn, looped together to … Read more

How to Sit on Herman Miller Aeron Chairs

If you’ve just splashed out on a Herman Miller Aeron chair or thinking about doing so, you may be wondering how to sit on your new chair most comfortably. It’s no use paying top dollar for something if you don’t know how to best use it!  To sit on your Herman Miller Aeron chair, adjust … Read more