Is a Standing Desk Right for You?

Far too often, we get caught in a cycle of long, hard work days sitting behind a computer. While many of us may aim to get moving more throughout our day, there’s just not enough hours in the day. In fact, we end up sitting at our desks about as much – or sometimes more – than we sleep on an average work day.

The buzz around standing desks is growing more every day, and is endorsed by many health practitioners and chiropractors. For those who are thinking of making the switch, finding the right standing desk can be a challenge. According to Reviews.com, there are a few key things to look for when purchasing a standing desk

Standing all day isn’t necessarily better than sitting; really, you shouldn’t do too much of one single thing throughout your day. Reviews.com team spoke to numerous experts who emphasized the importance of movement and changing your position while you work. In order to find a desk that encourages a combination of both sitting and standing, look for a standing desk that can facilitate that transition with adjustable features. Sit-to-stand desks can come with an electric motor, hydraulic lever, or manual crank to transition positions.

It’s also important to note that there is a right and a wrong way to use a standing desk. Your monitor should sit at or just below eye level, and position yourself so your eyes are 20 – 28” from the screen. Upper arms should be close to the body with straight wrists, with hands at or below wrist level. Ultimately, the table height should be roughly at elbow height to create a 90 degree angle at your elbow. Reviews.com decided to only find desks that reach at least 48 inches in height, making them comfortable for someone as tall as 6 feet 7 inches.

You can take a look at their full review to learn more about warranty, ease of assembly, and in-house testing of standing desks: https://www.reviews.com/standing-desk/