Most of us were told off at some point for how we sat. “Don’t cross your legs, you’ll ruin your knees.” “You’ll get varicose veins.” “Sit properly.” “Sit up straight.” It belongs to that familiar pile ...

If you’re reading this sat down, I’m willing to bet that you’re crossing your legs. I certainly am while writing it. Whether you prefer to cross your right over your left (62 per cent), your left over ...

The received wisdom about damage to knees, back and even causing varicose veins is off the mark, say the experts.