Sitting in the cross-legged position is one of the most popular and, unfortunately, the most harmful positions that negatively affect our health. Although this seems to be a comfortable and even elegant sitting position, doctors warn that it can cause a number of serious health problems.
According to specialists, when we cross one leg over the other, blood vessels are compressed, blood flow is disrupted, and blood begins to stagnate. Such blood stagnation can become the first step towards varicose veins, a condition that is difficult to treat later and can lead to even more serious complications. But not only dangerous.
Another problem caused by crossed legs is pressure on the pelvic floor. When the pelvic muscles receive too much pressure, the bladder, bowel and pelvic organs become more vulnerable to inflammation and chronic problems. Especially for women, this pose can have long-term negative effects related to the functions of the pelvic organs, and the risk of inflammation increases several times.
In addition, frequent sitting in this position can also damage your spine. When we sit cross-legged, our posture is distorted, the spine loses its natural curve, which eventually leads to back pain and posture problems. Constant uneven load on the pelvis can also cause muscle imbalances, and some muscle groups even become weaker.
Obviously, this everyday “innocent” looking sitting position can have very unpleasant consequences if we abuse it. To avoid these problems, it is important to monitor your sitting habits. Try to sit with both feet on the floor, keep your back straight, and if sitting in one position for so long is difficult, change your body position regularly. It is also advisable to stand up, take a walk or at least do a little exercise every hour to improve blood circulation and reduce body tension.
Why should you care about sitting habits?
Sitting postures have a direct impact not only on our physical health, but also on our emotional health. When we learn to sit properly, we put less strain on the body, feel more energetic and more focused.
Let’s start the new year by giving up this and other bad habits. It’s time to pay attention to your body’s needs and give it the attention and proper care it deserves. By ditching the cross-legged pose, you’ll not only prevent long-term health problems, but you’ll also help your body feel better today!
