{"id":84428,"date":"2022-10-31T07:05:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-31T07:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/?p=84428"},"modified":"2024-04-22T02:28:45","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T02:28:45","slug":"how-to-stand-at-standing-desk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/how-to-stand-at-standing-desk\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is The Best Way To Stand At A Standing Desk?"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 4<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>\n

Standing desks are the new norm in many home office spaces. Whilst the adage that \u2018sitting is the new smoking\u2019 has been disproven<\/u><\/a>, research and anecdotal experience confirm that extended sitting does not support<\/a> positive long-term health outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, I will show you the best way to stand at your standing desk, providing tips for reducing discomfort, increasing productivity and making the most of your workday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Related: What Are The Best Standing Desks In Australia?<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Is There A Correct Way To Stand At A Standing Desk?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A single correct way to stand doesn’t exist, but many incorrect ways do. Follow these guidelines to improve your well-being and prevent aches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Pay Attention To Your Posture.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Correct posture for a standing position behind your desk looks like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Your weight <\/strong>is equally balanced on both feet.<\/li>
  • Relaxed<\/strong>, rolled-back shoulders.<\/li>
  • Tailbone<\/strong> tucked under.<\/li>
  • Feet <\/strong>shoulder width apart.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Why is posture important?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Amy Cuddy\u2019s famous TED talk uncovers incredible insights on how posture changes our hormone levels which, in turn, affect our mood and happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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