{"id":77105,"date":"2023-11-22T07:36:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T07:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/?p=77105"},"modified":"2025-03-25T02:56:19","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T02:56:19","slug":"benefits-of-standing-desks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/benefits-of-standing-desks\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Surprising Benefits Of Standing Desks"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 7<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<p>Finding your neck, back and shoulders aching after just an hour or two sitting in your office chair? We\u2019ve all been there \u2013 hunched over a computer and working hard when that little niggle in your neck starts, then reaches your shoulders before creeping down your back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If this scenario sounds familiar, you\u2019ve probably wondered about the benefits of standing desks and whether it\u2019s a good option for you (hint: it probably is!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Numerous studies have found that the&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-standing-desk-australia\/\">best standing desks<\/a>&nbsp;can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Improve\u00a0<\/strong>work productivity and alertness.<\/li><li><strong>Reduce<\/strong>\u00a0mental fatigue.<\/li><li><strong>Stimulate<\/strong>\u00a0the thought process.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I\u2019ll reveal the top 11 benefits of standing desks to help you decide whether you\u2019d like to invest in one, or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/updown-klik-standing-desk-review\/\"><strong>(Related: UpDown KLIK Standing Desk: Best Standing Desk In Australia?)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Standing Desks Help Promote Neurogenesis.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurowhat? The creation of new brain cells \u2013 that\u2019s what! And standing&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4730450\/\">helps you promote it<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Standing desks increase blood circulation, and this increase in blood flow helps circulate oxygen to the brain, facilitating better cognitive function and working memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This increased neural activity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Creates information highways<\/strong>\u00a0that help you take in more information, and retain it.<\/li><li><strong>Improves how you conceptualise problems<\/strong>, develop solutions and stick to your plan to achieve them.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/standing-desk-benefits.jpg\" alt=\"standing desk benefits\" class=\"wp-image-77146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/standing-desk-benefits.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/standing-desk-benefits-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/standing-desk-benefits-768x574.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m not saying that a stand-up desk will make you smarter (if only), but the research indicates that they enhance your ability to think and focus on tasks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related:&nbsp;<\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/is-standing-better-than-sitting\/\"><strong>The Pros And Cons Of Standing At Work<\/strong><\/a><strong>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Standing Desks Improve Your Memory.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of your brain, the more you sit, the quicker you effectively kill it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0195549\">this study<\/a>, the thickness of your temporal lobe \u2013 responsible for spatial cognition and episodic memories \u2013 is directly linked to how often you sit or stand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>It suggests that avoiding sedentary behaviour (too much sitting) could help you avoid age-related cognitive decline and dementia.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, the researchers found that simply <em>limiting how much you sit<\/em> <em>for prolonged periods<\/em> may be even more important than increasing your physical activity, in terms of brain health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Fun Fact.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">The study found those adults who stood more often for extended periods throughout the day had thicker and more intact temporal lobes.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Stand-Up Desks Make You More Productive.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Standing while working can make you more productive, because you\u2019re naturally more dynamic when upright.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easier to keep your blood pumping, your attention honed, and your attitude positive \u2014 as well as move around and collaborate with colleagues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/more-standing-desk-benefits.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-77171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/more-standing-desk-benefits.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/more-standing-desk-benefits-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/more-standing-desk-benefits-768x574.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/21577323.2016.1183534?scroll=top&amp;needAccess=true&amp;role=tab\">six-month study of call centre employees<\/a> found those using a desk capable of being adjusted to standing height were around 45% more productive on a daily basis (compared to a seated control group).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These productivity gains grew <em>more pronounced<\/em> the longer employees had access to standing desks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/omnidesk-ascent-standing-desk-review\/\">Omnidesk Standing Desk Review: Best In Class?<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Sit-Stand Desks Can Alleviate Back Pain.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have general back issues or back pain, a&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/standing-desk-back-pain\/\">standing desk can help reduce discomfort in your back<\/a>&nbsp;by improving your posture and taking pressure off your neck and lower back that can be experienced in the seated position.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>However, standing puts pressure<\/strong>&nbsp;on your muscles and joints, which can be tiring <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4591921\/\">and even&nbsp;harmful if you stand for too long<\/a> or&nbsp;with poor posture.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re using a stand-up desk to help with back discomfort, you\u2019ll need to&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthdirect.gov.au\/how-to-improve-your-posture\">learn how to stand with proper posture<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Straight back<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Head up<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Shoulders relaxed<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Tummy in<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Evenly balanced weight on feet<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Knees straight<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Expert Tip.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience lower back pain, consider investing in an&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-office-chair-for-lower-back-pain\/\">ergonomic office chair designed for people with bad backs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Standing Reduces Stress.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Standing&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/content\/378\/bmj-2021-069288\">helps reduce stress<\/a>, for a few reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Firstly, you\u2019re less likely to be stiff and sore<\/strong>, reducing physical stressors that can exacerbate emotional problems.<\/li><li><strong>Plus, you\u2019ll feel more vigorous and effective<\/strong> in your work, making it easier to handle issues and remain resilient<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/pcd\/issues\/2012\/11_0323.htm\">2011 study<\/a> where office workers were given a sit-stand desk over seven weeks found a dramatic improvement in mood \u2014 62% of participants felt happier, and 33% felt less stressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The very mild stress put on the brain by standing&nbsp;improves our ability to cope with certain tasks&nbsp;and reduces our overall stress. Less stress at work improves focus and overall productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Standing Counteracts A Sedentary Lifestyle.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Plenty of <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au\/health\/healthyliving\/the-dangers-of-sitting\">evidence suggests<\/a>&nbsp;that a prolonged sitting can cause a range of health issues, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Obesity.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Type 2 diabetes.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cardiovascular<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>disease.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Swollen ankles.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Heart disease.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>High cholesterol.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Lung, uterine and colon cancers.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Heart attacks.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Poor circulation.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As they say, sitting is the new smoking!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By using a stand-up desk, you are effectively helping counteract all of these health issues caused by too much sitting down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are physically active \u2013 including standing \u2013 your overall energy levels and endurance improve, and you also improve bone strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related:&nbsp;<\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/clean-office-desk\/\"><strong>How To Clean Your Office Desk Well<\/strong><\/a><strong>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Sit-Stand Desks Improve Your Energy Levels Outside Work.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Standing may be a lot less active than the fitness goals you aspire to reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet, a consultant with the Institute of Sport Exercise and Health, Dr Mike Loosemore, posits that using the small muscles in your legs and body to stand for three hours a day, five days a week, would be the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/health\/article-2663889\/Standing-three-hours-day-health-benefits-10-marathons-says-leading-doctor.html\">equivalent of running ten marathons a year<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Important!<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Improving your activity levels at work with a stand-up desk can bleed into your personal life \u2014 and how motivated you are to go for a walk in the morning or do an afternoon yoga session.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>After all, one of the strongest determinants of whether you\u2019ll choose to be active is whether you\u2019re in the habit of being active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s also supported by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2012\/01\/120113210203.htm\">research into occupational health<\/a> at work that found people who sit for longer at work are also more likely to be sedentary outside of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Standing Improves Creative Problem-Solving.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shifting your perspective is a powerful way to break through barriers or overcome problems with a task at work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>While focused stints or work are essential for efficiency, taking a break from tasks can be exactly <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2014\/03\/how-to-have-a-eureka-moment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">what\u2019s needed to achieve a \u2018eureka\u2019 moment<\/a>.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sitting all day contributes to a kind of plodding, monotonous mindset that isn\u2019t always conducive to creative insight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whereas, being positioned to quickly physically step away from your desk\u2014and let your unconscious mind process a problem\u2014is ideal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Standing Helps Burn More Calories (But Mildly).<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our bodies go to sleep when they\u2019ve been inactive for too long. Your metabolism slows down, as does your calorie-burning capabilities, which puts you at risk for health issues like obesity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t exercise regularly or have a generally sedentary lifestyle, sitting every day of your working life can compound the effects of inactivity on the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Standing can help counteract that by helping speed up your metabolism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span><em>\u00a0Interestingly, however, a study from\u00a0<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26693809\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Journal of Physical Activity and Health<\/a><em>\u00a0found standing only causes a minimal increase in the number of calories you burn.\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When sitting, the study subjects burned 80 calories an hour. When standing, the number of calories burned was slightly higher at 88 calories an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Walking, meanwhile, burned 210 calories an hour.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Important!<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">A stand-up desk will help you burn an extra 8 calories an hour, which isn\u2019t much\u2014but adds up over time, considering many of us will spend up to one-third of our lives at work. \u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:39px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Standing Desks Improve Your Energy Levels.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want the energy boost of a cup of coffee minus the inevitable crash? An adjustable standing desk might be the answer.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>A whopping 87% of participants<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>from the\u00a0<\/strong>Take A Stand<strong>\u00a0study\u00a0<\/strong>said they had more energy when they used their standing desks at work.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Meanwhile, an Australian study called\u00a0<\/strong>Thinking on Your Feet\u00a0found participants had more energy when standing rather than sitting.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The study found that workers who upped their standing by up to 60 to 90 minutes each day were more active and energised than workers who used traditional desks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Standing Desks Make You A Better Collaborator.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Email and online collaboration platforms have their place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But in-person negotiation and cooperation on certain tasks can be critical for achieving quality outcomes quickly if you&#8217;re working alongside others in an office environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Research published in the March 2022 issue of Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, reveals that <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/news.fiu.edu\/2022\/overusing-email-for-certain-conversations-affects-later-performance-fiu-business-research-finds#:~:text=The%20research%20finds%20that%20excessive,after%20the%20conversation%20is%20finished.\">overuse of text-based communication for complex tasks<\/a> can cause the recipient of the communication to lose interest and perform worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Sitting too long<\/strong> contributes to a stagnant, cloistered attitude and work culture.<\/li><li><strong>Standing often encourages<\/strong> you to be more sociable and proactive.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With a stand-up desk, you may feel more prepared to overcome awkwardness to stop by a colleague\u2019s desk to hash out a difficult issue, rather than waste time on a convoluted email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:39px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Ugly Truth About Standing Desks.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are many benefits to standing desks, investing in a standing desk isn\u2019t the be-all and end-all solution to making you healthier and more productive at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>They don\u2019t substitute for an inactive lifestyle (we wish it were that easy) but can help boost your incidental activity throughout the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Standing desks aren\u2019t intended to substitute sitting for standing completely, but rather as a way to get you moving \u2013 which is the end goal \u2013 you want to alternate between sitting and standing throughout the day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Standing on your feet all day isn\u2019t much better for your health than sitting all day, as it adds&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4591921\/\">extra stress and strain on your legs and feet<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related:&nbsp;<\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/home-office-setup\/\"><strong>Ultimate Home Home Office Setup Guide<\/strong><\/a><strong>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About Sit-Stand Desks.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve been inundated with questions since I started researching the health benefits of standing desks. Here are the 3 most commonly asked questions and my answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. How does a standing desk work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Standing desks are desks that are taller than standard desks, allowing you to be in a standing position while working on a computer or laptop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most standing desks are adjustable (if you find one that isn\u2019t \u2013 it\u2019s not worth the money), so you can find the perfect height for you while standing, and then lower it to the ideal height while sitting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. What are the disadvantages of a sit-stand desk?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As with sitting, standing for too long can cause a range of issues, including leg and foot pain from too much pressure on your knees, hips and feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>It can also lead to vein problems, with standing on your feet too long causing blood to pool in your leg veins and lead to varicose veins. <\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also experience leg swelling, muscle fatigue and lower back pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. How long should you stand at a standing desk?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many ergonomic experts suggest standing for 5-15 minutes every 60 minutes when using a standing desk, but this research isn\u2019t definitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A study from the&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/company\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/COI.pdf\">British Journal of Sports Medicine<\/a>&nbsp;recommends overall, you should move, stand and take a break from sitting for at least 2 hours in total out of an 8-hour workday.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Words About Standing Desk Benefits.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With plenty of evidence unquestionably stacked against sitting, a standing desk is a relatively inexpensive piece of office furniture that can increase your job satisfaction, reduce the chances of weight gain by reducing the amount of time you spend sitting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>While you could walk around the block or stand and walk to the coffee machine every so often, you\u2019re much more likely to stand up if you give yourself the easy option to do so.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And while it won\u2019t solve all your office problems, it can make a major difference to your health today and into the future, so there\u2019s no reason not to give a standing desk a go.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:23px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Steven<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:28px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 7<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Finding your neck, back and shoulders aching after just an hour or two sitting in your office chair? 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