Our posture is still rubbish and that’s resulting in all kinds of aches and pains. Interestingly, however, that’s not just because we sit with our feet curled up on the seat or because the desk is too low. Our weak core muscles could also be putting us at risk.

If you do work on a laptop for eight hours a day and you don’t make a concerted effort to lengthen the hip flexors, pull up your head and strengthen the core, you could even risk developing a semi-permanent curve in your body.

According to Chloe Trigg, head of strength and conditioning at Blok, strengthening the trunk boasts a range of benefits – none of which have anything to do with visible abs or overblown physical claims. A strong trunk (including the core, back and obliques) will help you move better, ensure that you’re sitting at your desk correctly and may even improve your overall wellbeing.

Core strength for desk workers: how to build a stronger core for hybrid working