This was a great documentary. If you have not seen it yet I highly recommend it. Even if you’re not big into gaming its a truly interesting story.

As someone who specializes in correcting posture I did notice that Steve Weibe and many other classic gaming pros sat down a lot when they were playing. Granted, they play for several hours at a time but these games were designed to be played standing up.

The problem with this seated posture is that it encourages a forward head position as well as a shortening of the quadriceps and hamstrings. Being in this position for any extended period of time can really wreak havoc on someones posture and can lead to all sorts of neck and back pain.

If I was a betting man I’d also assume that most of these pros work a job where they are in a similar position.

Anyway, thats my take on the whole thing. A great movie go check it out if you haven’t seen it already.

PS My all time favorite “classic style” arcader has to be Street Fighter II. I loved that game and cant wait for SFIV.