Laziness my ass

Why you should lie in a hammock more often

A little time out on the mat brings us physical and mental benefits, especially nowadays.

(Bild: stock.adobe.com)

Instead of working or rushing around the city, what could be better than chilling out in a hammock - whether in the garden, on the balcony or in your apartment? We dare say: not much. And it may be hard to believe, but: hammocks are good for us, in many different ways! How exactly? Hang out, read on!

At first, very few of us can imagine it: "But yes, it's true. Hammocks are good for our backs and our health," says Prof. Dr. Richard Crevenna from MedUni Vienna. "Lying and sleeping in hammocks can relieve the strain on our backs and allow us to relax optimally." But these are not the only benefits.