Kneeling chairs are more ergonomic than desk chairs since they decrease posture slope and ease lower back pain. This is because the lumbar slope when sitting in a kneeling chair allows angles in the legs to improve posture over time, and improved posture means less pain.
If you’re interested in shaking up the way you sit, here are some of the best kneeling chairs available today.
This chair has a weight capacity of 300lbs, the largest capacity on this list. It also comes with soft tape that you can put on the bottom legs to protect hardwood floors from scratches when your chair rocks back and forth while sitting on it.
Pros
Straightforward assembly It comes in many colorsLargest weight capacity at 300 lbs
Cons
Can become creaky Not adjustable Expensive
Designed to hold up to 250lbs, this chair has a three-inch mesh cushion to support your shins and bottom while sitting in this new way. The chair is adjustable between 21 and 31 inches, so you can find the perfect sitting position and adjust the chair to your desk height. Pros
Adjustable Low cost Wheels to move around
Cons
Does not rockInstructions to put it together can be hard to follow
The weight limit for this chair is 265lbs, and the chair is the perfect height for the standard 29-inch table with a 70-degree seat cushion angle. You can also rock it back and forth while sitting on it to increase your blood flow and help maintain focus, and it is excellent if you’re prone to fidgeting. Pros
SturdyThick cushionsRocks back and forth
Cons
It cannot be adjusted Those on the shorter side may find it difficult to get comfortable
One caveat to this chair is that its maximum weight capacity is only 200lbs, though reviewers noted that it isn’t as sturdy even at 190 pounds in some cases. Pros
Adjustable design Wheels make it easier to move around
Cons
Lower bodyweight limit (200 lbs max)Foam padding could be thicker
You can sit in this chair in a much wider range of positions than your average kneeling chair (such as turning it around and leaning your chest against the backrest while your feet are square on the floor) to always find comfort matter what. Like other options on this list, it also rocks back and forth. Pros
Has back support as well Classic Norwegian design More ways to sit
Cons
Most costly option on this list Limited color optionsNot adjustable
Keep in mind that there will be an adjustment period with your kneeling chair (especially when it comes to the new pressure you’re putting on your shins), so don’t start sitting on it for eight hours a day. Instead, see how you feel after sitting on it for an hour or two and switch back to your regular chair. You can work your way up to using your kneeling chair for an appropriate and comfortable time. No matter what chair you are sitting on, it’s recommended to take a short walk and stretch your back once every hour.
