Clothing for a day of alternating sitting and standing

Short answer: If you alternate between sitting and standing, the waistband has to work in both positions. A wide, soft band is the one choice that covers both.

The waistband in two positions

Sitting, the stomach folds and the band is pressed in. Standing, it lies flat. A wide band works in both. See bamboo underwear for men.

The legs with alternating use

Alternating between sitting and standing is actually better for the legs than either alone, because the calf muscle works in between. See bamboo support stockings.

Fabric with stretch

Stretch means the clothing follows along when you change position rather than pulling in one place. See bamboo underwear for women.

The length of the top

A top that lets go of your lower back when you sit down lets cold air in. See bamboo T-shirts for men.

The socks

A sock without tight ribbing is more comfortable when the legs alternate between swelling and not. See all bamboo socks for men.

Frequently asked questions

Which waistband works both sitting and standing?

A wide, soft band. It spreads the pressure in both positions.

Is it better to alternate between sitting and standing?

For the legs yes. The calf muscle works when you stand up, and that moves the blood.

Why does stretch matter?

Because the clothing has to follow along when you change position rather than pulling in one place.