SitWit is an application that improves your posture when you work in front of your computer. It analyses your posture and warns you whenever you lean too far forward or backward. By observing your posture, SitWit can improve your health over time. Additionally, SitWit let's you know when it's time to take a break*.
SitWit uses state-of-the-art algorithms to detect and analyze your posture and to detect deviations in your sitting position. Studies show that real-time posture feedback is significantly more effective than periodic reminders alone [2].
SitWit continuously analyzes your sitting posture. As soon as it deviates too much from your correct sitting position, a notification will appear telling you what is going on.
You can easily download the app from the Mac App Store. From this secure environment you can also continue to update the app easily.
SitWit takes full advantage of macOS. SitWit will send you notifications about your posture to the Notification Center. This allows you to choose how you want to receive notifications.
SitWit runs in a safe sandbox environment of the operating system. The camera images from your webcam are not saved. You also do not have to create an account and you can also use the app offline.
You can download SitWit for free in the Mac App Store. The free version will help you improve your posture when you sit badly. Additionaly, you can purchase SitWit Premium to get access to additional features, such as break reminders and detailed statistics.
The science behind why posture monitoring and regular breaks matter for your long-term health.
of adults will experience significant back or neck pain at some point in their lives
of office workers report chronic neck or shoulder pain linked to poor posture
reduction in musculoskeletal discomfort achievable through regular microbreaks and posture correction
Statistics are drawn from peer-reviewed occupational health research and international health organization reports. WHO Musculoskeletal conditions · CDC/NIOSH Ergonomics. Individual results may vary.
Consistent posture monitoring combined with regular microbreaks is one of the most practical, evidence-based strategies for preventing chronic musculoskeletal problems in desk workers.
SitWit is really magical. I am surprised to find that every time I get a notification I am actually slouching. For me, that's enough reason to use it.
- J. TanThis app has a lot of potential. It can really transform the way we work behind our desks and improve the health of many people.
- Jan RatgersWhat I like about this app is that it's surprisingly discrete but proactive when it needs to be.
- Ted van DoorenSitWit for Mac is available for free on the Mac App Store. The app is available in English, Dutch and German. It works on every Mac that runs macOS 10.15 or later.
