A BETTER WAY TO REST THAT ACTIVATES YOUR MUSCLES

How the Hunkerin Stool works

  • Spring into comfort

    Our unique conical springs support your body with just the right amount of bounce.

  • Squat naturally

    Squat deep into resting position to open your hips, ease your back, and activate your core.

  • Feel better resting

    Rest while reducing back pain and strengthening your posture.

TRUSTED BY THOUSANDS

  • 10 Min
    Daily use shown to improve hip mobility
  • 40%
    Less spinal compression while seated
  • 98%
    Satisfied customers who sit with less pain
  • 3,000+
    Customers with improved posture and feeling stronger

MEET THE HUNKERIN STOOL

Designed to support a natural deep squat, the Hunkerin Stool unlocks your hips, strengthens key muscles, and helps undo the damage caused by traditional sitting. Its spring-loaded design activates your core, decompresses your spine, and improves your posture the moment you settle into your resting position.

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WHAT HUNKERIN DOWN FEELS LIKE

Resting on the Hunkerin Stool feels active, supported, and strong. Your hips stay open, your spine decompresses as you adjust, and your core stays naturally engaged. It’s not passive rest. It’s how your body was meant to rest, reset, and rebuild.

DESIGNED TO REALIGN YOUR BODY

The Hunkerin Stool is engineered to relieve tension, restore posture, and build strength through natural resting.

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1. Spinal Decompression

Encourages natural posture, easing pressure on your lower back and helping reduce long-term pain.

2. Core Engagement

Rest in a deep squat activates your core—helping stabilize your spine and strengthen your posture.

3. Hip and Glute Engagement

Open your hips and activate key stabilizing muscles that go unused in traditional sitting.

  • Restore Your Deep Squat

    Reduces back pressure and improves posture

  • Rebuild Core Stability

    Activates deep abdominal muscles to build stability

  • Improve Hip Mobility

    Restores range of motion and releases tension

  • Fix Your Back Pain

    Decompresses your spine and strengthens your core

Trusted by Experts and Everyday People

Empowering Your Everyday Movement

REAL PEOPLE. REAL RESULTS.

  • As a physician and former collegiate football player I am always looking for ways to help strengthen my core and relieve chronic back and knee pain from years of heavy weight lifting and injuries I sustained playing football. The Hunkerin Stool...

    BROOKE B, M.D
  • Just put mine together today. Love it. I have some tool chests on the ground that have gotten more and more difficult for me to sift through. Vacuuming is also easier using the small shop vac I have, where I was hunching over to use it before. ...

    MATT D.
  • Great product, Worth the investment. I use it daily. I do a lot of reading on it and some grip work with my rice bucket. Or after work to unwind and play with my dogs. It feels great on my low back and gives my hips and hamstrings a gentle stre...

    BOB K.
  • I’ve had it less than a week, but the positive effect it’s had on my hips and lower back is most definitely there. Also, It’s been the absolute best possible thing I’ve ever come across for meditation. Better than the chairs I’ve bought that we...

    TONY L.
  • This stool seems great for improving posture and building core strength. It’s not the most comfortable for long periods, but I don’t think it’s meant to be. It’s more about encouraging active sitting. Assembly was straightforward, and the inclu...

    ANNA
  • The Hunkerin Stool is such a clever and refreshing alternative to traditional chairs. Built with three sturdy furniture springs, it encourages a natural deep squat that helps open up the hips, engage core muscles, and support better posture. I ...

    HAYDEN
  • The product is nice - made with good quality materials. I ordered the natural color and it's very pretty. When I sat on it for a short time, I could certainly identify muscles that are going to need extra work. I was skeptical until I got it - ...

    CMELTON
  • As a physician and former collegiate football player I am always looking for ways to help strengthen my core and relieve chronic back and knee pain from years of heavy weight lifting and injuries I sustained playing football. The Hunkerin Stool...

    BROOKE B, M.D
  • Just put mine together today. Love it. I have some tool chests on the ground that have gotten more and more difficult for me to sift through. Vacuuming is also easier using the small shop vac I have, where I was hunching over to use it before. ...

    MATT D.
  • Great product, Worth the investment. I use it daily. I do a lot of reading on it and some grip work with my rice bucket. Or after work to unwind and play with my dogs. It feels great on my low back and gives my hips and hamstrings a gentle stre...

    BOB K.
  • I’ve had it less than a week, but the positive effect it’s had on my hips and lower back is most definitely there. Also, It’s been the absolute best possible thing I’ve ever come across for meditation. Better than the chairs I’ve bought that we...

    TONY L.
  • This stool seems great for improving posture and building core strength. It’s not the most comfortable for long periods, but I don’t think it’s meant to be. It’s more about encouraging active sitting. Assembly was straightforward, and the inclu...

    ANNA
  • The Hunkerin Stool is such a clever and refreshing alternative to traditional chairs. Built with three sturdy furniture springs, it encourages a natural deep squat that helps open up the hips, engage core muscles, and support better posture. I ...

    HAYDEN
  • The product is nice - made with good quality materials. I ordered the natural color and it's very pretty. When I sat on it for a short time, I could certainly identify muscles that are going to need extra work. I was skeptical until I got it - ...

    CMELTON
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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions? Feel free to reach out!

Do I need to assemble it?

Yes, our stools are packaged to make the building process as simple as possible so you can get hunkerin down right away. 

Here's a tutorial to get hunkerin

Why it works?

The Hunkerin Stool supports your body’s natural squat position, decompresses your spine, opens your hips, and activates your core. Unlike regular chairs, it encourages active rest to improve posture, mobility, and back health.

What is it made of?

It’s made with 3 durable conical compression springs for balanced support, a sturdy wooden base for stability, and quality materials that allow natural movement without locking your body in place.

What are the Dimensions?

It’s 11" tall, 13.5" wide, and 12.5" deep — compact, portable, and designed to fit effortlessly into your home, gym, or office.

What is the weight limit?

Recommended for users up to 350 lb.

Where can I use it?

Hunker down anywhere. Use it at home, in the office, at the gym, or outside. That’s the beauty of the Hunkerin Stool.

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