Working from Home in Kentish Town? Here’s How to Fix Your Posture

Since the shift to hybrid and remote working, more of us in Kentish Town are spending long hours at our kitchen tables, on the sofa — or even working from bed. And while this flexibility has its perks, poor posture is one of the most common issues we now see at Wellbeing Centres.

Back pain. Neck stiffness. Aching shoulders. Sound familiar?

The good news? A few small changes to your posture and daily habits can make a big difference — and help you feel better, move better, and work more comfortably from home.

Here’s how.

1. Understand What “Good Posture” Actually Means

We often think of good posture as sitting bolt upright — but it’s actually more about neutral alignment and movement variation.

Good posture means your spine is supported in a natural S-shape, your head is stacked over your shoulders, and your arms and legs are aligned in a way that reduces strain.

💡 But even with “perfect” posture, staying in the same position for hours isn’t healthy. Your body is designed to move — not freeze.

2. Set Up a Proper Workstation

If your “desk” is a sofa, stool or bed, it’s time for a rethink.

At our Kentish Town clinic, we regularly treat remote workers for posture-related pain caused by poor setups. Here’s how to build a better one:

✅ Chair: Use a supportive chair with a backrest. If needed, place a cushion behind your lower back.
✅ Screen height: Your eyes should be level with the top third of your monitor or laptop (use a stand or books).
✅ Keyboard position: Your elbows should be at roughly 90 degrees, and your wrists neutral (not bent).
✅ Feet flat: Make sure your feet are flat on the floor — or on a footrest if they don’t reach.

Even if you can’t invest in new furniture, small tweaks using household items can make a big difference.

3. Move Every 30 Minutes

One of the best “posture fixes” isn’t sitting straighter — it’s moving more often.

Set a timer or use a reminder app to stand, stretch, or walk around every 30–45 minutes. This helps relieve muscle tension, improves circulation, and reactivates your postural muscles.

Simple ideas:

Do a lap of your flat or garden
March on the spot while on calls
Try shoulder rolls, neck stretches, and seated spinal twists

At Wellbeing Centres, we often prescribe “movement snacks” — little bursts of movement to reset your posture throughout the day.

4. Strengthen the Right Muscles

Sitting all day can weaken your core, glutes and postural muscles — while tightening your hip flexors and chest.

Targeted exercises can help correct this imbalance:

💪 Strengthen:

Glute bridges
Planks or bird-dogs
Resistance band rows

🧘 Stretch:

Hip flexor stretch
Chest opener
Cat-cow spinal mobility

Want a tailored programme? Our physios at Kentish Town can assess your posture and give you simple at-home exercises.

5. Watch Your Head!

One of the most common issues we see in home workers is “text neck” — caused by craning your head forward to look at a laptop or phone.

For every inch your head juts forward, it adds extra strain to your neck and upper back.

Try this:

Tuck your chin slightly
Sit tall with your ears aligned over your shoulders
Bring screens up to eye level instead of bending down to meet them

This one habit alone can dramatically reduce neck and upper back pain.

6. Try Cupping or Manual Therapy for Relief

Our Kentish Town clinic offers cupping therapy and hands-on physiotherapy for people struggling with postural tension and desk-related aches.

Cupping can help:

Relieve muscle tightness
Improve blood flow
Reduce stiffness in the upper back and shoulders

It’s gentle, non-invasive, and works well alongside physio-led exercises and posture advice.

Need Help? We’re Just Around the Corner

If you’re working from home and noticing more discomfort than usual, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to put up with it.

Our Kentish Town clinic is a quiet, residential spot ideal for locals who want personalised support. We offer early appointments to fit around your day, and our friendly team will work with you to build a plan that works — whether that’s posture coaching, manual therapy, or long-term rehab.

Book a Postural Assessment in Kentish Town

✔ Relieve pain & tension
✔ Improve your home setup
✔ Learn how to support your body throughout the day

📍 Based in the heart of Kentish Town
📆 Appointments available Mon–Fri

👉 Book online or call our team today