Why I Use A Height-Adjustable Standing Desk

As you probably know, most of our body’s functionality are negatively impacted when we spend prolonged hours sitting in one place. Research indicates that excessive sitting incurs many physical problems and even increases your risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer. I am a very active and health-conscious person and make a point to do some sort of rigorous physical activity everyday. I once assumed that if I exercised an hour or two each day I would counteract the negative effects of prolonged sitting. Boy, was I dead wrong. Research now shows that even if you eat right and are very fit and active, sitting still has the exact same effect.

Stand up for your health

So after years of sitting for 6-8 hours per day, I finally decided to get a height adjustable standing desk from Veridesk. This brilliant device is placed directly on your desk and has a spring-assisted lift mechanism that allows you to raise and lower it almost effortlessly in just seconds. After using it for 6 months, I am aware of the noticeable changes to my overall well-being. Minor chronic soreness I had been experiencing in my lower back and shoulders is gone, I have much more energy (almost every one of us has experienced the exhaustion of sitting for long hours), and I feel more focused. I've also learned that our body requires complete balance between sitting, standing and stretching during work hours. This is why I chose a height adjustable desk so that I can alternate between sitting and standing. I love the freedom!

Balance is key

So if you'd like to avoid the adverse effects of prolonged sitting and also save some $$$ I highly recommend converting your regular desk into a standing/sitting desk using a good height-adjustable standing desk that can be placed on your existing desk. This option will not only save your pocket but also give you the flexibility to sit or stand! After all, there are negative effects of prolonged standing as well: http://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2014/12/09
Ultimately the key is finding proper balance between both options and incorporating some stretching as well.

Stay healthy,

-Trevor

Resources:
http://fitness.mercola.com/sites/fitness/archive/2...

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-...

https://www.washingtonpost.com/apps/g/page/nationa...