The chairs have held us hostage for too long!
It’s time to break free. If you’ve ever felt your chair slowly fusing to your bottom, this is your reminder to rise up, literally.
Struggling with back pain? Is the waistband on your trousers getting tighter? Feeling irritable for no apparent reason? A 5-minute active break could be the answer.
At The Hourly Uprising, we’re not handing out workout plans, but what we do have is a collection of satirical stories inspired by personal experience to raise awareness of the physical and mental toll of endless sitting.
And who knows? You might just stumble across a revelation that changes the way you see your workday.
Check out our stories, stand while you read, laugh while you learn, and if you enjoy it, come back in an hour for another.
because it might just be the 5 minute time-out
you didn’t know you needed.
Foiling the Chair’s Masterplan
Fiona’s chair has gotten too comfortable—almost as if it’s trying to make her its “forever human.” She’s determined to foil the chair’s masterplan.
The Stress Amplifier
With her inbox overflowing and deadlines approaching, Fiona feels the weight of the world on her shoulders.
The Email Avalanche
Fiona’s been sitting at her desk all day, not even realizing how disconnected she’s become from her colleagues.
The Waistband Challenger
Fiona’s snacking habits are catching up to her, and the hours spent sitting aren’t helping.
The Needy Chair & The Rise of Irritation
Fiona’s chair is craving attention again, keeping her glued in place, while the soldiers of discomfort are poking her nerves.
The Focus Saboteur
As Fiona works through lunch, determined to stay productive, her focus is shattered by creeping discomfort.
