First, this book is much more than just a message about standing up and moving more. I was honored to receive an advanced copy and the book is amazing, very practical, and essential for people living in modern times. Unfortunately, many people have literally become “Deskbound.” This book is a powerful solution to that problem.

The book offers immediate solutions to the issues associated with static sitting postures. The health consequences of sitting are a significant problem in today’s world and anyone who remains seated for long periods is causing problems in the short term and long term.
Static sitting is an "orthopedic mess."

Deskbound is beautifully organized and visually represented, which I’ll get to in a minute. I should also mention that this book is much different from other books I’ve read on the same subject - it’s extremely “actionable.” While there are mobility “fixes” in the book, Deskbound expands on mobility concepts from Supple Leopard and presents things in an entirely different way.

The book is also not a light read. It’s extremely comprehensive and more “textbook-like”- as is its predecessor, Supple Leopard. Essentially, this is a book about movement, biomechanics, and optimizing positions to prevent the problems associated with sitting all in a very useful and complete system with amazing visuals to support the concepts and principles.

Deskbound is divided into 7 main sections which are:

1-Consequences of Poor Posture (which provides a deep understanding of the problems with static sitting)

2-Natural Body Principles (discusses optimizing body positions, essential information on the spine and breathing)

3-Moving Well (enough said here, this is an essential and important chapter)

4-The Dynamic Workstation (great workstation solutions here)

5-Optimizing Sitting Mechanics (very important chapter with unique insights and many suggestions to sit better - much better!)

6-Performing Basic Maintenance on Your Body - understanding mechanics and key mobility concepts.

7-Mobility Prescriptions - 14 different “Mobility Prescriptions” (targeted mobility programs)

Here’s something important to keep in mind. It’s important to remember that even if you’ve read the previous work by the author(s), you can never hear things (or read things) enough as “repetition is the mother of learning.” What I’m saying here is that the more we read something, the better we learn it and hopefully apply it.

The book is simply amazing and valuable for all and it’s a book you’ll actually use to make a difference in your life. What I really like about Deskbound is the "practicality" and immediate impact it can have. For example, I quickly discovered there were many more things I could easily do in standing (computer work, writing, long phone conversations) as opposed to statically sitting behind my desk. It really comes down to: awareness plus action equals change.

Get the book! I’ve been fortunate to read a few outstanding books recently. Books I consider being “mandatory reading” for all humans. Deskbound is one of those books!

You’ll love it and it’s a book that will make positive behavior change for the rest of your life. Free yourself from the hazards of sitting.