Standing Desk?

[blogspotter]

Thinking of shifting to a Standing desk to work for maybe 2-3 hours a day standing.

Any WFers tried doing that?
I know turbo uses a walking/running desk, but has anybody else actually tired working on a Standing desk.

Heard mixed things about it, but havent met anyone who have been using it for work.

Theoretically, this is should be healthier than sitting on my arse all day though.
One drawback is that I won't be able to hump my secretary on the desk.

Thoughts, ideas, Pics?


Check out Gina Trapani's Desk:

 

[pfgannon]

I had a makeshift setup at my last place. Even though it was ergonomically fucked up in just about every way, I can confidently say that standing kept me more alert and increased my productivity greatly. Simply because I would hustle through my work so I could finally pop a squat at the end of my work day.

I'd definitely give it a shot, but make sure have it at the appropriate height and such.

 

[Rexibit]

Just get a gas / hydraulic lift desk and lower it when you're done standing. Why buy something you can only use in one position?

The one above has addons, such as being able to mount a monitor, cpu station, swivel keyboard, etc.

 

[pfgannon]

Just get a gas / hydraulic lift desk and lower it when you're done standing. Why buy something you can only use in one position?

The one above has addons, such as being able to mount a monitor, cpu station, swivel keyboard, etc.

do want.

 

[BigWill]

 

[RockDiesel]

I'm in a temporary office right now, so I had to rig up a pretty ghetto standing desk consisting of multiple cardboard boxes. Once the company moves us back to our actual office then I'll get a real standing desk that's a little more ergonomic.

I work at my standing desk probably 30-40 hours/week (I sit down in meetings, so that's why # of hours varies), and agree with everything pfgannon said. I'm more productive, more alert. You do tend to be a bit more fidgety because you'll find yourself shifting from foot to foot, rocking back and forth from toes to heels, etc... You rarely just stand still (but maybe that's just me).

You'll want to build up to working a full day standing up. You won't be able to bang out a full work day right off the bat because certain muscle aren't used to supporting you in the upright position for an extended period of time. The muscles are used to relying on your chair for support. Try starting at 2-3 hours/day then add an hour each week until your full work day can be completed standing up.

Been doing the standing desk thing for about 6 months now.

tl;dr: I highly recommend working while standing

 

[blogspotter]

I'm in a temporary office right now, so I had to rig up a pretty ghetto standing desk consisting of multiple cardboard boxes. Once the company moves us back to our actual office then I'll get a real standing desk that's a little more ergonomic.

I work at my standing desk probably 30-40 hours/week (I sit down in meetings, so that's why # of hours varies), and agree with everything pfgannon said. I'm more productive, more alert. You do tend to be a bit more fidgety because you'll find yourself shifting from foot to foot, rocking back and forth from toes to heels, etc... You rarely just stand still (but maybe that's just me).

You'll want to build up to working a full day standing up. You won't be able to bang out a full work day right off the bat because certain muscle aren't used to supporting you in the upright position for an extended period of time. The muscles are used to relying on your chair for support. Try starting at 2-3 hours/day then add an hour each week until your full work day can be completed standing up.

Been doing the standing desk thing for about 6 months now.

tl;dr: I highly recommend working while standing

You mean you can pretty much stand like whole day?
How long did you take to get used to it.

Never stood so long in my life...
Maybe an Hour or more when running/walking. Maybe shopping.

 

[Fatbat]

As Rexibit pointed out, hydraulics are where it's at. The best ones have 3 surfaces that move independently from one another for monitors, work surface and keyboard tray and have memory recall for your favorite setups. They're expensive though.

 

[Goodcat]

I'd highly recommend getting one. I got mine a little over 1 year ago and I haven't looked back. It's great for mixing up your routine and it keeps me more alert throughout the day.

I don't stand constantly, only around 2 hours/day tops, but that's enough to make a difference for me. Also yes, get one that will lift independently on both sides, as to not make it crooked, e.g. if you have more weight on one side than on the other (monitor etc.)

I have this and I love it:

Also make sure it's stable. Nothing worse than a wobbly table

 

[flx89]

why on earth would you like to get a standing desk?!

 

[TigerUK]

maybe soneone will post a link on here at some point, but you can buy a standing desk that adjusts itself automatically.. it even stores the setting sin memory so you can easily choose the right height from memory.

I dont really have a standaing desk, maybe I'll get one when I have more of a permanent residence and makes sense to buy my own furnature.

 

[potentialeight]

I've been thinking of redneck engineering a standing work area. For right now, a box sitting on top of my desk with my laptop sitting on top of the box is working well.

 

[justo_tx]

why on earth would you like to get a standing desk?!

Seems like every time you turn around there is another article about how if you're sitting while you work there's a good chance you'll die within the next five minutes.

 

[mgtarheels]

I've a treadmill desk and highly recommend a standing/treadmill desk.

The first week will really suck, but your back will thank you for it.

 

[JCash]

Seems like every time you turn around there is another article about how if you're sitting while you work there's a good chance you'll die within the next five minutes.

By that logic, fast food cashiers, walmart checkout staff, and bank tellers live forever.

 

[bauss]

I like the one Rexibit posted. Hybrid seems like the way to go.

 

[justo_tx]

By that logic, fast food cashiers, walmart checkout staff, and bank tellers live forever.

Yeah but due to the their low IQ they usually get taken out by environmental factors like alligators and falling pianos.

 

[Destro]

The one in the op is the Frederik from Ikea which sells for $149 and comes in a few colors.

FREDRIK Computer work station - birch effect/silver color - IKEA

Costco sells these kitchen padded floor mats for $25 that are stress relievers for your feet which will come in handy

 

[Fatbat]

The one in the op is the Frederik from Ikea which sells for $149 and comes in a few colors.

FREDRIK Computer work station - birch effect/silver color - IKEA

Costco sells these kitchen padded floor mats for $25 that are stress relievers for your feet which will come in handy

Frederik doesn't raise and lower easily. It's fixed position and I don't think it will adjust high enough to stand. Ikea did make a hydraulic base to which you could attach their various work surfaces like those from the Galant modular system, but I don't think they make it any more.

Call your local Herman Miller, Steelcase or Teknion dealers and make an appointment to go see the models they have on offer. For example, the Envelope desk with Everywhere legs from Herman Milller...

Images - Design Resources - Herman Miller

Or Steelcase Airtouch or Series 5 or Series 7 work stations...

Airtouch | Height-Adjustable | Tables and Conferencing | Category | Products | Steelcase

Series 5 | Height-Adjustable | Tables and Conferencing | Category | Products | Steelcase

Series 7 | Height-Adjustable | Tables and Conferencing | Category | Products | Steelcase

Etc.

 

[subigo]

I'm looking for the opposite. Maybe something that reclines. Or maybe a desk bed. You know, I wanna relax. I know Herman Miller makes a reclining desk, but it doesn't recline enough for me.