This article includes a 2:32 video walkthrough.
Quick answer
Start with both back supports rotated all the way back. Sit deep and upright, bring the pelvis support forward only until your pelvis can't roll back, then bring the upper back forward until it just meets you. Unlock the tilt, set the tension, choose a tilt position, and finally match your seat height to your desk.
Step by step
Start neutral. Rotate both back supports all the way back.
Sit deep and tall. Sit as deep into the seat as you can and sit up tall, without leaning on the backs yet.
Set the pelvis support. Slouch, then come back upright by lifting your pelvis. Reach back with your right hand and rotate the pelvis support forward until it stops your pelvis from rolling back. When you try to slouch now, only your chest should move.
Set the upper back. Bring the upper back forward until it just meets you, then relax into it. It should feel like gentle support. If you feel pushed forward, rotate the knob back a touch.
Unlock the tilt. Rotate the front left knob forward. If you don't feel the tilt, reduce the tension by turning the front right knob backward at least 180 degrees.
Pick a tilt position. Active: locked in the most upright, slightly forward position. Standard: unlock, lean gently back, and lock. 5-degree tilt (recommended for working): unlock, lean all the way back, lock the tilt with the front left knob, then lean forward until it stops at 5 degrees. In the video, these are called forward tilt, neutral, and relaxed tilt.
Pull up to your desk. With your shoulders relaxed, bend your elbows to 90 degrees, palms down. Your forearms should be at desk height. Lower the desk or raise the seat to get there. If you raise the seat, use a footrest so your feet are planted and your thighs are parallel to the floor.
Get close. Pull in as close as you can and bring your keyboard and mouse toward you so your shoulders and elbows stay back.
Pro tip: whenever you sit back down, lead with your hips and get them right into the pelvis support. That resets your pelvis to neutral every time.
Also called: chair setup, dialing in, adjusting the backrest, lumbar adjustment, fitting the chair.
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Video transcript
Let's get your Anthros chair set up for you. This takes just a few minutes. Before getting started, rotate both back supports all the way back. This gives you a neutral starting point.
Now sit nice and deep into the seat. Sit up tall, not using the backs quite yet. Move your body into a slouched position and then back upright by lifting your pelvis. Reach back with your right hand and rotate the pelvis support forward until it prevents your pelvis from rolling back. When you try to slouch, only your chest moves, and that's how you'll know your pelvis is properly anchored.
Now bring the upper back forward until it just meets you. Relax into it as it makes contact. It should feel like a gentle support. If it feels like you're being pushed forward or your upper back isn't relaxed, rotate the control knob back just a touch.
Next is to activate Decompress Mode. Use your left hand to rotate the front left knob forward. This unlocks the tilt. You might not feel the tilt until you reduce the tension by rotating the front right knob backwards at least 180 degrees with some force. Now you've got tilt that can be adjusted to your body weight or sitting style.
You have three lock positions. Forward tilt, when the chair is locked in the most upright position. Neutral position: from the forward tilt, unlock the tilt, lean gently back to neutral, and lock the tilt. Relaxed tilt: unlock the tilt and lean into full tilt, then turn the left front knob backwards to lock the tilt, and lean forwards. It will lock at about five degrees.
Finally, pull up to your desk. With your shoulders relaxed and arms by your side, bend your elbows to 90 degrees with your palms down. The height of your forearms in this position should be the height of your desk. Either lower your desk height or raise your seat height to achieve this position. You may need to add a footrest if raising your seat height. Make sure your feet are firmly planted on the floor or foot support, with upper legs parallel to the floor.
Next, get as close as you can to your desk. Bring the keyboard and mouse towards you, allowing you to work with your shoulders and elbows back.
Pro tip: when getting back into your chair from standing up, always lead with your butt and get it right into the pelvis support. This will reset your pelvis to neutral every time. And that's it. Your Anthros is dialed in. Support where it matters, movement where it counts.
If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to book a free call with one of our posture specialists at anthros.com/calendar.