Standing Tall

momentsend
momentsend Posts: 11
in Health and Weight Loss
If you haven't already seen this article in the NY Times about standing versus sitting, I would advise anyone that is intent on losing weight giving it some serious thought.

Taking a Stand for Office Ergonomics
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/02/business/stand-up-desks-gaining-favor-in-the-workplace.html?_r=0

Note: The title is a little misleading. The findings in the study referenced apply to those who don't work as well.

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  • nxd10
    nxd10 Posts: 4,570 Member
    If you haven't already seen this article in the NY Times about standing versus sitting, I would advise anyone that is intent on losing weight giving it some serious thought.

    Taking a Stand for Office Ergonomics
    http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/02/business/stand-up-desks-gaining-favor-in-the-workplace.html?_r=0

    I've had a standing desk for almost two years now. I didn't get it explicitly for weight loss, but I did to improve my circulation and increase my metabolism.

    Nothing fancy - just my keyboard and mouse on a board and my monitor on a box. I do have a stool to lean on when I get tired, but I can't sit to work.
  • momentsend
    momentsend Posts: 11
    I just tried it out today by putting my laptop of a bookshelf and I actually prefer working on my computer this way. I am seriously considering revamping my office.

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