The human body is designed to be moving around on a regular basis. Unfortunately, a lot of people now spend the majority of their working day sitting down. One solution to this issue is to get a height-adjustable desk. These can be changed between standing and sitting positions and offer a number of health benefits. Some of these benefits are described in more detail below.

 

1. Back Pain Is Reduced

 

 

When you are sitting down at a desk, you may find that you tend to hunch over. Over time this can lead to back pain developing. Switching to a height-adjustable desk can help to ease back pain in as little as four weeks.

 

 

2. Helps To Prevent Weight Gain

 

 

Standing burns more calories than sitting, even if you are not actively moving around. This can help you keep your weight under control. If you are standing, you are also more likely to move around than if you are sitting. Even just shifting your weight from foot to foot can help to burn extra calories.

 

 

3. Lower The Risk Of Cardiovascular Disorders

 

 

Sitting down for prolonged periods can increase your risk of developing heart disease by as much as 147%. Using a height-adjustable desk means that you can easily switch to a standing position if you feel as if you have been sitting down for too long.

 

 

4. Reduce Blood Sugar Levels

 

 

Studies have shown that if you stand after you have eaten then your blood sugar levels can be lowered by as much as 43% compared to if you are sitting down. Using a standing desk, especially just after lunch, can help to keep your blood sugar levels stable all day.