Beyond the Office: Digital Ergonomics for the Every Day Person
Instructed by Ross Koehler, Certified Professional Ergonomist
“What If Everything You Were Told About ‘Good Posture’ Is Wrong?”
Go Beyond the Office to unlock dynamic comfort, higher energy, and effortless focus—every single day.
5 Modules
Comprehensive video guidance including seating, input devices, screens, desks, and more.
100% Self-Paced
Available 24/7 on your PC, tablet, or phone.
Lifetime access
Certified Professional Ergonomist
Lead by a Board Certified Professional Ergonomist with over 15 years experience in the field.
THE HIDDEN COST OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY USE
Ergonomic Strain is Cumulative. Ignoring It Is Expensive.
Just because an office chair or mouse is labeled as “ergonomic” doesn’t mean it prevents strain. Poor set up generates fatigue, discomfort, pain, or lost productivity.
Awkward Posture
Extended wrist posture while typing and mousing places stress on joints and tendons.
Static Loading
Holding any posture – even a textbook posture – will eventually become uncomfortable.
Repetitive Motion
We interact with screens and keyboards all the time – combined with poor posture and high forces – strain can set in fast.
Eye & Vision Fatigue
Elevated screens lower blink rates – causing dry eyes, headaches, and other vision related issues.
THE UNCHECKED PROGRESSION OF DIGITAL STRAIN
STAGE 1
Fatigue
Tired and reduced energy at end of day.
STAGE 2
Discomfort
Feeling achy, muscle tightness, and difficult to concentrate.
STAGE 3
Pain
Persistent soreness and strain that drains focus and performance.
STAGE 4
Injury
A chronic medical condition.
This course equips you to identify symptoms at Stage 1 & 2 before irreversible damage occurs!
COMPREHENSIVE VIDEO CURRICULUM
What You Will Learn inside this Master Class in Ergonomics
5 video based modules filled with quick-win adjustments you and implement at your desk (or anywhere really). The complete course can be completed in about an hour.
Digital Ergonomics Basics
Key Lessons:
- The 3 Pillars of Ergonomics: Safety (injury prevention), Quality (getting it done right), and Efficiency (energy optimization).
- Decoding Buzzwords: Why buying products labeled “ergonomic” without tuning them is a money pit.
- The Target Posture Framework: Unlocking blood flow and overcoming the myths of rigid sitting.
- Cumulative Fatigue: Spotting symptoms before discomfort escalates into clinical injury.
Seating Choices
Key Lessons:
- Seat Height & Elbow Clearance: Eliminating thigh pressure and arm tension.
- The Hidden Secret of Seat Pan Depth: Unlocking a little known, but highly effective adjustment for instant leg and lumbar relief.
- Recline Tension Tuning: How to adjust backrest resistance for zero-gravity style support.
Keyboard, Mouse, & Other Input Devices
Key Lessons:
- The Pen Test: Instantly check whether your wrists are in neutral or flexed angles.
- The Flip-Down Feet Trap: Why opening keyboard legs is not a good idea.
- Cursor Speed Calibration: Calibrating pointer sensitivity to eliminate fatigue.
- Mousing Alternatives: When to deploy trackballs, vertical mice, styluses, or left-hand switching.
Screens & Monitors
Key Lessons:
- Monitor Height Rule: Positioning monitors at the right height to prevent neck extension and dry eyes.
- Focal Distance Harmony: Keeping documents, screens, and references in equal sightlines.
- Dual & Triple Monitor Geometry: Arranging primary vs. secondary displays according to how you use them.
- The 20-20-20 Visual Rest Protocol: Eliminating Computer Vision Syndrome and eye strain with micro-breaks.
Desks & Working Surfaces
Key Lessons:
- Sitting and Standing: How to split your day and getting the most out of your equipment.
- Desk Depth & Clearance: Ensuring proper depth and clearances for good posture and cable safety.
- Working on the Couch / Coffee Shop: Simple tips and hacks for digital nomads.
*All modules include checklists to put into action what you learned and also short quizzes.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Ross Koehler, M.S., CPE, CSP
Chief Ergonomics Officer at Practical Ergonomics
“My mission is to help everyday people take control of their digital workspace. Ergonomics isn’t about buying expensive gizmos—it’s about understanding how your body interacts with technology, knowing how to use what you have, and making small, high-impact adjustments.”
With years of clinical and corporate experience in ergonomics for high-performing teams, Ross simplifies ergonomics into clear, actionable, and repeatable daily habits. Click here to learn more about Ross!
INCLUDED COURSE RESOURCES
Tools to Keep Your Setup Optimized
Workstation Review Checklist
Access to PDF copy of the complete digital ergonomics checklist to review on-the-go.
Certificate of Completion
Show off your accomplishment and newly gained knowledge to your family, friends, and co-workers.
Lifetime Access
Digital technology might change. Research and guidance might change. But your access to this course will not.
INVEST IN YOUR HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Beyond the Office: Digital Ergonomics for the Every Day Person
$79
One-time Payment
- 5 Video Based Modules
- Printable PDF Digital Ergonomics Checklist
- Certificate of Completion
- Instructed by Ross Koehler, Certified Professional Ergonomist
- 24/7 Lifetime Mobile & Desktop Access