Create Your Active Workstation
An active workstation is just what it sounds like: a place where you can work and remain active at the same time.
Change always grows out of need, and the shift toward active workstations is no different. As the economy becomes increasingly digital, a higher percentage of the workforce than ever before is at work in an office setting.
It's well documented that sitting at your desk for long hours can wreak havoc on physical health. Obesity is on the rise, which has been shown to cause a number of serious and life-threatening health issues.
Enter the active workstation. From balance ball chairs to standing desks, this popular workplace trend allows workers to remain active at work. It's true that there are changes you can make in your work habits that will make you more active (without costing a penny), if you're interested in the best products to create your ultimate active workstation, this page is a great place to start.
The human body is designed for movement, and by incorporating the latest tech, you can create a workstation that works for you ... one where you'll remain healthy, engaged, and more productive.
Change always grows out of need, and the shift toward active workstations is no different. As the economy becomes increasingly digital, a higher percentage of the workforce than ever before is at work in an office setting.
It's well documented that sitting at your desk for long hours can wreak havoc on physical health. Obesity is on the rise, which has been shown to cause a number of serious and life-threatening health issues.
Enter the active workstation. From balance ball chairs to standing desks, this popular workplace trend allows workers to remain active at work. It's true that there are changes you can make in your work habits that will make you more active (without costing a penny), if you're interested in the best products to create your ultimate active workstation, this page is a great place to start.
The human body is designed for movement, and by incorporating the latest tech, you can create a workstation that works for you ... one where you'll remain healthy, engaged, and more productive.
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Since You're Obviously Interested in Physical Health in the Workplace...
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...you'll probably enjoy our ergonomic desk height calculator.
Whether you use a traditional office chair, or have an active workstation with a standing desk, you can use this free tool to quickly understand the proper height for your desk, chair, and monitor to ensure that you're following the latest ergonomic best practices. |
Recent Blog Articles You May Be Interested In
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On our workplace wellness blog we regularly publish articles about improving your work space and incorporating the latest technology and research-backed design ideas to improve your work environment. You may enjoy some of our latest articles:
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Scholarly Articles About Active Workstations
If you're interested in learning more about active workstations and the observed impact they have had on health and weight-loss then you may enjoy these scholarly articles on the subject:
The Impact of Active Workstations on Workplace Productivity and Performance: A Systemic Review
Published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Use of Active Workstations in Individuals with Overweight or Obesity: A Systematic Review
published in Obesity a Research Journal Volume 27, Issue 3
published in Obesity a Research Journal Volume 27, Issue 3