Is this chair good for extended periods of sitting, for example, at work for 2-4 hour intervals or a full 8 hour day?
1697452
I guess it depends on you, i notice my knees hurt after a while.. I can probably go 1-2 hours
1697453
I've gone 2-3 hours, modeling at a table 29" above the floor. No back strain (and I have a bad back), but my knees need the occasional break, so I plant my feet firmly, to give them a rest. I know for a fact, that sitting non-stop for more than 2-3 hours, is risky... we are not built to sit for long periods; this chair helps IMO.
1697454
I am 5'8" and 220 lbs. i am at my desk a lot. (6-10 hours a day) This chair helps me correct my posture and relieves the problems I have in my upper back that limit how long I can sit. It is not as comfortable as my regular desk chair [Rated by Office Depot for 8 hours]. That rating is accurate as long as I am not working. When I am working, the combination of stress and posture issue get painful after two hours. On the kneeling chair, I have no back pain but my seat gets tired after 4 hours. I switch between the two to get through my day. It is very good, but it could really use more padding in the seat. I am 5'8" and 220 lbs. i am at my desk a lot. (6-10 hours a day) This chair helps me correct my posture and relieves the problems I have in my upper back that limit how long I can sit. It is not as comfortable as my regular desk chair [Rated by Office Depot for 8 hours]. That rating is accurate as long as I am not working. When I am working, the combination of stress and posture issue get painful after two hours. On the kneeling chair, I have no back pain but my seat gets tired after 4 hours. I switch between the two to get through my day. It is very good, but it could really use more... » Read More I am 5'8" and 220 lbs. i am at my desk a lot. (6-10 hours a day) This chair helps me correct my posture and relieves the problems I have in my upper back that limit how long I can sit. It is not as comfortable as my regular desk chair [Rated by Office Depot for 8 hours]. That rating is accurate as long as I am not working. When I am working, the combination of stress and posture issue get painful after two hours. On the kneeling chair, I have no back pain but my seat gets tired after 4 hours. I switch between the two to get through my day. It is very good, but it could really use more padding in the seat. « Show Less
1697455
It took me about a week to work up to using this chair for an entire work day, but now it's all i use from 8a - 5p at work everyday. I usually take a walk for about 30 minutes at lunch, but otherwise i have a desk job with only occasional breaks. The inital discomfort to my shins was minimal compared to the back pain I had from crossing my legs in a conventional chair. I highly recommend this chair.
2076077
hi :) it depends on how you will use it, i use it as a home office chair and dont sit in it very long. I would think if you were using it as a dining chair it would be fine, or as an accent chair in a room to sit in for a few minutes it would be fine. But keep in mind it is plastic so if your a large person this probably wouldn't be a chair you would like to sit in or lean back in, its not very sturdy. This chair is mostly for looks in my opinion, its not uncomfortable for me because im a petite woman and i dont sit in it for very long. Hope that helps :)
408872
If you want to relax for the evening, probably not. These are just "occasional" accent chairs so they aren't really built for real comfort. They are comfortable for sitting, like for a group gathering. I'm sure if you had an ottoman for your feet you could be comfortable enough for a 1 hour program.
1887388
Yes it is, I often work from home for 8-10 hours a day and haven't had any issues with the chair. Since the seat is mesh it gives a little and keeps me cool. The armrests are a thick foam with not much give to them but they aren't painful, just wish they had more cushion.
585944
It's really not bad at all. I have lower back problems, so sitting for long periods of time is usually not my favorite thing, but I like this chair comfort-wise more than most.
219820
Reclines slightly. As to 10 hours I would say no, it is fairly comfortable but no chair will work for 10 hours in my opinion.
1488944
I have been sitting on one of these chairs for 8-9 hours a day, 5 days a week (at work), for a couple of years. I love it! It provides "active" sitting opportunities and my abdomen has become tighter as a result and my posture has improved. The padded bar you see pictured is not a backrest but more of a "grab bar" to assist in getting on/off the chair. There is not back support; no leaning back. My only complaint would be that the casters lock into place with just the slightest touch, like when my foot barely kicks one. Then I have to reach down and unlock it. Not really a big deal, but somewhat annoying. I have been sitting on one of these chairs for 8-9 hours a day, 5 days a week (at work), for a couple of years. I love it! It provides "active" sitting opportunities and my abdomen has become tighter as a result and my posture has improved. The padded bar you see pictured is not a backrest but more of a "grab bar" to assist in getting on/off the chair. There is not back support; no leaning back. My only complaint would be that the casters lock into place with just the slightest touch, like when my foot barely kicks one. Then I have to reach down and unlock it. Not really... » Read More I have been sitting on one of these chairs for 8-9 hours a day, 5 days a week (at work), for a couple of years. I love it! It provides "active" sitting opportunities and my abdomen has become tighter as a result and my posture has improved. The padded bar you see pictured is not a backrest but more of a "grab bar" to assist in getting on/off the chair. There is not back support; no leaning back. My only complaint would be that the casters lock into place with just the slightest touch, like when my foot barely kicks one. Then I have to reach down and unlock it. Not really a big deal, but somewhat annoying. « Show Less
1595768
This chair is very well made sturdy and looks great, with that said 8-10 hours per day one might be uncomfortable, as it has no cushion.
2257285
I really like these chairs and they are very comfortable for how I use them. I use them around my kitchen counter. I don't think I would use them to sit for 8 hours in an office.
2257284
I sat in mine working from home one day and got uncomfortable after about 2 hours. Good for a bar stool but I wouldn't use it as an office chair.
235901
You won't have a problem. I've had this chair for 8 months and have no complaints. Very comfortable chair.
2010716
I have had this seat for about 4 months. There is no cushioning but I don't find the seat uncomfortable for extended sitting. I use this seat as my main office chair and I like it.
908285
I am usually at my desk for 1 or 2 hours per day and do well. Occasionally, but not often, on days where I may be at my desk for longer periods I have used my regular chair. I have had my chair now for almost a year and the padding has lost about half of its cushioning but for the cost of the chair I am pleased as I did not want to buy a more expensive one as this is my first chair of this type. In the future, I will probably repurchase this chair.
215654
My husband has minor back issues and loves this chair. It is his home office chair, so he doesn't have to sit in it for 5+ hours, but it is very comfortable for several hours for sure!
1335932
I am 5' 8". I love this chair. I sit on it for hours while working at home. It is vey comfortable. I forget it is supposed to be an exercise chair.
123811
I have not been using this chair for more than 2 hours at a time so I cannot say how it feels after 8+ hours. It is comfortable and sturdy enough for me (120 lbs). I would probably prefer a head rest for longer sessions because I like to recline occasionally.
716451
The chair was a gift to my son. The chair went together very easy. He sits in it at least 4 to 6 hours a day. It has held up extremely well. I would highly recommend this item.