{"id":547,"date":"2014-12-19T09:13:51","date_gmt":"2014-12-19T09:13:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.switch2.it\/?p=547"},"modified":"2014-12-19T09:13:51","modified_gmt":"2014-12-19T09:13:51","slug":"bouncin-translations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.switch2.it\/en\/bouncin-translations\/","title":{"rendered":"Bouncin’ translations"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"bouncing<\/a><\/p>\n

Have you ever thought about bouncing on a really big ball while sitting at your desk at work?<\/p>\n

This article describes an original idea to foster muscular activity and posture while translating (or doing whatever you have to do in front of a computer).<\/p>\n

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You sit at you desk all day long, you know how important it is to keep a correct posture and avoid uncomfortable positions. An ergonomic chair has to be functional, but also ensure comfort: when you are comfortable in your chair, you are more productive.<\/p>\n

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You perfectly know there are many types of ergonomic chairs, and you have already tested several different options over time: ergonomic kneeling chairs and stools, office chair with armrests and adjustable back support, breathable mesh seats,\u00a0etc. haven\u2019t you?<\/p>\n

But you have probably not tested the ultimate translator\u2019s nerdity yet. The latest discovery I made, which is about a totally different chair: the gym ball. Yep, I\u2019m not kidding. The gym ball. All Technogym\u2019s employees do use one as a chair and I assume it is very healthy and fitness-oriented if they do (their version<\/a> is not exactly cheap, though). However, the principle is very interesting and I decided to have a go.<\/p>\n

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I bought a pretty standard 65 cm gym ball<\/a> at Decathlon and I am really enjoying the benefits of bouncing in front of my desk. It really is fun and comfortable and good for my posture. Basically, the ball is a sort of dynamic chair that prevents lumbar pain caused by the same posture kept for a long time. Thanks to the ball, your lumbar muscles as well as your abs (the so-called CORE muscles) will make \u201emicro-movements\u201c to stabilize your spine and this will improve your posture.<\/p>\n

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Just make sure the ball is the size you need (I\u2019m 1.70 m tall, so a 65er is fine for me, whereas a 75er would be good for a taller person, like a 1.80 m tall person), because your legs should bend with a 90\u00b0 angle when sitting on the ball.<\/p>\n

Also make sure the desk is high enough, so that you won\u2019t be sitting hunched…<\/p>\n

My piece of advice: you don\u2019t necessarily have to ban your chair from your life, I would suggest you to use ball and chair alternatively, to ensure a more dynamic sitting experience.<\/p>\n

Everything checked?<\/p>\n

Now you are ready for a happy and bouncing translation session!<\/p>\n

Have fun!<\/p>\n

S.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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