5 Reasons to Get an Ergonomic Standing Desk

5 Reasons to Get an Ergonomic Standing Desk

On average, approximately 60% of U.S. adults do not engage in the recommended amount of physical activity and 25% are not active at all. Inactivity can worsen with sedentary jobs and when sitting for prolonged periods while working. Investing in office ergonomics and purchasing an ergonomic standing desk can help improve a worker’s health, reduce inactivity, and even improve energy and productivity while working.

How do you know the best type of standing desk for you or your employees? An ergonomics consultant can best pinpoint specific workspace needs to reduce health risks and pain at work with an ergonomics assessment. In this blog we will explore five reasons your next purchase should be an ergonomic standing desk, so keep reading for more information!

Have you considered buying a standing desk for yourself or your employees? Ultimately – a standing desk is an ergonomic workstation that lets you remain standing while working on your computer or other tasks.

There are a few different types of standing desks, such as fixed-height and sit-to-stand desks. However, it is important to have a balance of both sitting and standing while working, so an adjustable sit-to-stand desk may be your best option.

Related Blog Article: “Sitting vs Standing at Your Desk”

1. You Can Alternate Between Sitting and Standing

When employees hear of “standing” desks, they may think they’re going to be stuck standing all the time. However, a good ergonomic standing-desk will be adjustable and allow workers to sit and stand throughout the day. Furthermore, these standing desks are often motorized, making it simple to go from sitting to standing with a push of a button.

2. Standing Gets Your Body Moving

Sitting or lying down burns the least amount of calories, so simply adding standing during your workday can get your blood moving.

According to Healthline, “when you stand, you burn anywhere from 100 to 200 calories an hour. It all depends on your gender, age, height, and weight. Sitting, by comparison, only burns 60 to 130 calories an hour.” Healthline goes on to say, “when you’re on your feet, you activate your muscle mass. This muscle mass helps you burn more calories. Plus, when you stand, you’re moving your body more. All of those foot taps and stretches can add up over time.”

3. Help Avoid Cardiovascular Disease Risks

Research has proven that sitting for long periods and sedentary behavior increase your risk for cardiovascular disease.

The average adult sits between five to eight hours daily. In some instances, prolonged sitting can negate the positive benefits of exercise and activity. Instead, moving throughout the day or using a standing desk can help get your body moving and maybe even encourage you to move than you usually do on the workday.

Take your standing desk to the next level and incorporate a few minutes walking around the house or office for the best results.

4. Decrease Back Pain

Do you find your back pain increasing when working from home or after sitting all day at the office? The problem could lie in how you spend most of your day: sitting. Instead, a standing desk can help reduce strain on your low back and neck.

Even if you deal with chronic back pain, making the switch can have immediate effects.

5. Proper Ergonomics Improves Energy and Productivity While Working

Standing improves energy expenditure compared to sitting and sit-to-stand desks are likely to improve the ergonomics of your workstation. As a result of the comfort and less strain on the body, worker’s will be in a better mood, which leads to improved productivity.  In fact, according to the Washington State Department of Labor and Industry, “on average, an ergonomics assessment will pay for itself in about 8.4 months” due to more comfortable and happier workers. In fact, happiness alone “led to a 12% spike in productivity, while unhappy workers proved 10% less productive” according to the University of Warwick.

A sit-to-stand desk is a step in the right direction when designing an office with ergonomics in mind. Furthermore, investing in an ergonomics assessment to ensure maximum comfort and productivity for yourself or for your employees is also highly recommended.

Improving Your Ergonomic Workplace

We hope this blog gets you started on the path of setting up proper ergonomics for your workstation. If you or your employees need assistance improving your in-office or home-office ergonomics, consider contacting the Ergonomics Experts at Solutions Northwest Inc. for a consultation. We offer both in-person ergonomics assessments and virtual ergonomics assessment. Through our detailed assessment tools, you can find out exactly what you need to fix in the office for better health and productivity in the workspace.

An ergonomic standing desk is one way you can start improving your overall caloric expenditure and health. We can help you get started using a standing desk for the best outcomes.

Check out our website SolutionsNW.com for more details on how you can find the best office setup today!

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