“The overall health benefits are likely most pronounced when compared to prolonged periods of sitting,” says Poornima. “But it’s important to underscore that standing desks alone will not be a direct ...

Using a standing desk has been undeniably linked to better health. However, a new observational study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology says that standing still doesn’t ...

Hold a plank for 30 to 60 seconds. Sit down, then stand up. Repeat 10 times. Do 8 to 12 bridges or bird dogs. Do 8 to 12 leg ...

Standing desks are often praised for improving posture and reducing back pain, but there may be deeper benefits ...

Ever wonder if standing at your desk actually does anything besides making your feet hurt? Turns out, there’s way more […] ...

‘Set a timer to stand up and move for two minutes every 30 minutes. Walk to refill your water, stretch your hips, or do calf ...

What the experts say Dr. Basel Ramlawi, chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Main Line Health, advocates for balance. While standing desks offers benefits, moderation proves crucial.

Standing desks were born out of the growing interest in decreasing the amount of time that people were sitting down for. Extensive sitting has been connected with some health issues like obesity ...

But it turns out having a standing desk isn’t really all it’s stood up to be. “We’ve all heard about how bad being sedentary is to our health, and we think of sedentary as, you know ...

Standing desks, while beneficial, haven't gained widespread popularity. You probably know folks who can eat tasty foods all day long and never gain weight, as contrasted with those who seem to ...

In a study published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health, researchers found that the average person sitting at desk burns about 80 calories an hour. A person standing at a desk burns ...

Best standing desks of 2025 Ikea Trotten standing desk Why I like it: This simple sit-stand desk nails the basics. The Trotten measures 47.25 by 27.5 inches. It has a sturdy, easy-to-clean work ...