Why watching the television can be a pain in the neck

We are often told to sit less and move more, but what is rarely discussed is how we sit, and one of the biggest offenders is something millions of us do every evening without thinking - watching TV.

- Feeling Great with Paul Gough

Most people know prolonged sitting at a desk or in a car isn’t great for posture or health.

But what about when you're relaxing at home after work, watching the telly?

For many, this daily habit adds up to three or four extra hours of sitting - on top of what you've already done all day.

Over time, that’s a lot of strain on your spine, hips and shoulders.

But it gets worse when you consider where your TV is placed.

More often than not, it’s mounted high up on the wall - that wreaks havoc on your neck and eyes.

Here's why that’s a problem.