Picture a world where sitting all day doesn’t drain your body, it actually relieves pain, enables comfort, and improves your posture. That might sound impossible, but after years of chasing that reality, my dream came true.

I spend nearly every waking hour sitting. First at my desk, then in a Broadway orchestra pit to work my second job. By the end of the day, my muscles are typically aching, but after testing Anthros’ chair, I noticed a change in my posture and, most importantly, pain relief.

Initially, the team behind Anthros has worked with vulnerable individuals who spend most of their lives in wheelchairs, having no choice but to sit. Now, they’ve taken that medically backed science and built a solution for all those who sit at work all day.

Sitting too long can cause issues, especially for those who suffer from herniated discs, slouching, neck strain, and the slow backslide of sitting far too long. It adds up after a while.

I’ve tried it all, lumbar pillows, standing desks, expensive ergonomic chairs and nothing has helped me. Over the past year, I developed an acute herniated disc, and sitting became not just uncomfortable but a tear-filled experience.

Every last stitch, cushion, and armrest at Anthros is designed with purpose. Think what Chanel is for fashion, Anthros is for relieving pain.

What sets Anthros even further apart is what happens with your purchase: 3% of profits go to the Anthros Foundation, which hand-builds and donates wheelchairs to children around the world. The team even flies out to places like Guatemala to deliver them personally. It’s rare to see a company this invested in both human comfort and human dignity.

If you’re wondering if this chair is for you and if it targets your pain, I’ve compiled targeted areas guaranteed to relieve pain: Upper back pain, lower back pain, disc herniation, disc degeneration, osteoarthritis, muscle strain, spondylolisthesis, neck strain, shoulder pain, piriformis syndrome, hip pain, leg pain.

The company will schedule a call with you even before you purchase the chair to help pinpoint how it can support your needs and assist you every step of the way. The chair and customer service are five stars. Every last detail is accounted for and thoughtfully made.

Anthros guarantees that every part of your chair, along with the craftsmanship used to assemble it, will be free from material and workmanship defects for 12 years from the date of purchase.

According to Anthros, instead of focusing on ergonomics, which supports your body in all the wrong places, focus on the pelvis. It’s a pelvis-first design, meaning your whole posture is fixed from the base up.

This is my new firm foundation for good posture. Correct pelvis positioning has a positive impact on the entire spine, shoulders, and neck. And I promise you, it will make a difference.

It’s the only chair on the market that’s FDA-registered to improve posture. And if it doesn’t improve, the brand guarantees a 30-day risk-free return of your money.

A hidden dome underneath the cushion system lifts your IT bones. It’s subtle, but the impact is dramatic. Your body just knows it feels better. It’s been such a good experience that I haven’t needed my standing desk to relieve my muscles. A few key adjustments dial in the fit on the back of the chair, and you’re set.

I didn’t realize how much of my mental space was directed toward my pain, so if you want your employer to buy this for you, consider sharing with them how it’ll transform your working behavior to become even more productive.

And it’s not just me, my co-workers have taken turns sitting down and have been blown away by the support it gives them.

This chair arrived in not one but two massive boxes. At first, I was a bit anxious. Here at The Post, I’m constantly assembling something, whether it’s an electric bike or, in this case, a chair. But to my surprise, this was one of the easiest pieces I’ve ever put together. And that’s saying something coming from someone who has been known to screw an IKEA door on backward and just leave it that way.

Assembly was unbelievably easy. I didn’t call on anyone to assist, phone my husband for help, or reach out to Anthros with a white flag. So I’m either getting really good at this, or it was insanely easy to assemble. And if you’re not into reading manuals or scanning QR codes, both of which are available, it comes with a massive cardboard sign that lays it out for you.

As someone who’s obsessed with design, I was thrilled that this isn’t your typical office chair. It’s far from ugly, every detail is thoughtfully considered and customizable, from the oak paneling to the quartz-colored base, so it’s something that you actually want in your home for gaming or at the office.

I’m 5 feet 9 inches, and the seat height adjusted perfectly without any fuss. My feet rested comfortably on the ground, so I didn’t need any extra support. Still, each chair comes with a complimentary footrest included in the box, ensuring optimal ergonomic alignment for all users.

I do, however, like to place my feet on it as an angled platform sometimes, so I keep it around the office. You can see below three different placements for the footrest to match your height and it can angle up or down.

There’s no shortage of chairs that look good. But very few actually make your back feel better, reduce pain, and hold up to the wear and tear of real life. The Anthros office chair isn’t cheap, I know, but if you’re someone who sits for work, gaming, music, or anything else for hours a day, this is the kind of investment that pays for itself.

Your body is worth investing in. Trust me, I’m not usually one to recommend spending a lot on furniture, but if your back or overall comfort is a priority for you, this chair can genuinely help you feel like yourself again. I know it has made a world of difference to me. Try it risk-free, and if you hate it, send it back. But trust me, you’ll probably end up buying two.

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