In a world where we spend more and more time at our desks, it is important to look after our health and productivity. A sit-stand desk can be a game changer, but only if you use it properly. In this article, we share 10 valuable tips to get the most out of your sit-stand desk, from smart apps to ergonomic extras. Discover how to build alternating between sitting and standing into your daily work routine and improve your posture for a more comfortable and productive working day.
- Use an app to alternate between sitting and standing. Choose for yourself which pop-ups appear on your screen.
- Switch between sitting and standing in good time, and build this up gradually. Standing for too long can also be harmful, so try to switch every 30 to 45 minutes.
- Pay attention to your posture while you work, and use the guidelines to set up the correct posture.
- Alternate between standing, sitting on an ergonomic office chair or using a stool or standing aid. Choose the seating that works best for you.
- Make it a rule to always do certain tasks sitting or standing.
- Agree with your colleagues to switch after a set number of minutes. That way, you help each other make the most of a sit-stand workstation.
- Take your breaks, do not skip them.
- Regularly take a movement break of a few minutes and leave your workstation. Go for a short walk or do some simple exercises.
- Make sure you adopt a relaxed posture.
- If needed, use other ergonomic extras to optimise your working comfort, such as a footrest, document holder, monitor arm, ...
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Ergonomic Consultant, Bert Claerhout
FAQ: Getting the most out of your sit-stand desk
- How often should I alternate between sitting and standing? Switch every 30 to 45 minutes and build this up gradually. Standing for too long can also be harmful, so find a good balance.
- Can I agree with colleagues to switch together? Yes, agree among yourselves to switch between sitting and standing after a fixed number of minutes. That way, you help each other make the most of a sit-stand workstation.
- Which extras can make my sit-stand desk even more comfortable? Consider a footrest, document holder or monitor arm to further optimise your working comfort, in addition to choosing between an ergonomic office chair, a stool or a standing aid.