Standing Desks - A New Option for Working Age Health

(2022年07月22日)

Over the past few decades, office work has become increasingly sedentary, leading to an overall sedentary prevalence. Do the benefits of standing work make standing full-time a healthier option? The truth is, standing all day is no healthier than sitting all day. The key is to find the best of both worlds: height-adjustable desks.https://www.fezibo.com/collections/height-adjustable-desk

What are the health risks or problems associated with sitting all day or for long periods of time?

According to the Annals of Internal Medicine, the average person spends half of their waking hours sitting, and sitting all that time can lead to serious health problems. Cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, back pain, obesity and mood disorders are just some of the known health risks of office work. Fortunately, the benefits of a standing desk at work can help offset some of these negative health effects.https://www.fezibo.com/collections/standing-desk

Does standing burn more calories?

Exercise causes fat-burning enzymes to stay active and, therefore, burn more calories than simply sitting. One study showed that, on its own, standing burns 8 more calories per hour than sitting—a very slow process for weight loss.

Does standing at a desk help with weight loss?

So, do you burn calories at a standing desk? certainly. Does a standing desk help with weight loss? It's a little less clear, although some studies have shown slight weight loss. The way standing can help with weight loss is that it increases the likelihood of moving around (shifting weight, pacing, etc.), which further increases calorie burn.So, do you burn calories at a standing desk? certainly. Does a standing desk help with weight loss? It's a little less clear, although some studies have shown slight weight loss. The way standing can help with weight loss is that it increases the likelihood of moving around (shifting weight, pacing, etc.), which further increases calorie burn.
So how does standing work help you lose weight? Moving helps fat-burning enzymes stay active, thereby burning more calories than being sedentary. Even the smallest amount of exercise can affect our energy expenditure throughout the day. It all adds up over weeks and years. If you add other exercise to your workstation, such as an under-desk treadmill or table bike, you'll burn more calories.https://www.fezibo.com/collections/wooden-standing-desk

Can a standing desk help with back pain?

More than 80% of adults report at least some type of back pain during their lifetime. Anyone with back pain knows that certain postures and activities can exacerbate the problem. For office workers, sitting at a desk is often the source of their misery. In fact, prolonged sitting can lead to herniated discs, nerve damage, and joint degeneration associated with back pain. A 2011 "Stand Up" project found that reducing sitting time by using a wooden standing desk reduced upper back and neck pain by 54%.

Doesn't standing all day hurt your back too?

Studies have shown that standing for long periods of time is associated with many problems, including lower back pain, fatigue and discomfort. In fact, standing all day is just as harmful as sitting all day, causing tightness and discomfort in the legs and back.

Is it healthier to switch between standing and sitting?

Switching between sitting and standing positions guarantees a change in posture that reduces inactivity and allows people to move naturally to the most comfortable position. Indeed, our bodies work best when we can switch positions when joint pain or muscle fatigue prompts us.

How does standing affect blood pressure or blood sugar?

There is a strong link between sedentary behavior and negative effects on blood sugar and blood pressure. In fact, a 2016 study found that sedentary time is strongly associated with diabetes and other chronic diseases.There is a strong link between sedentary behavior and negative effects on blood sugar and blood pressure. In fact, a 2016 study found that sedentary time is strongly associated with diabetes and other chronic diseases.
Standing can affect blood pressure and blood sugar. Within 90 seconds of standing, the cellular and muscular systems begin to use insulin and process blood sugar, triglycerides, and cholesterol. Our arteries dilate and muscles get involved to push more fuel into our cells.

Blood sugar: Standing work, especially after lunch, can significantly lower blood sugar. One reason is that sitting makes your body work harder to absorb sugar and produce insulin. The result is too much stress on the cells that make insulin, which can be a significant risk factor for diabetes. When researchers at the University of Leicester looked at workers who sat continuously and those who stood up every 30 minutes, they found that standing workers were able to lower blood sugar by 34% and lower their insulin levels.
Blood pressure: Sitting for long periods of time reduces blood flow, allowing fatty acids to build up in blood vessels, which can eventually lead to heart disease. Standing work with bamboo standing desk helps muscles burn more fat and increases blood flow, so fatty acids have a harder time clogging the heart.https://www.fezibo.com/collections/white-standing-desk

Does standing affect your risk of heart disease, diabetes or other diseases?

We know that prolonged sitting can increase the harmful effects of blood sugar and fat metabolism, directly affecting an individual's risk of heart disease and diabetes.We know that prolonged sitting can increase the harmful effects of blood sugar and fat metabolism, directly affecting an individual's risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Heart disease: Standing is one way to help reduce your risk of heart disease. An enzyme called lipoprotein lipase breaks down fat in the blood and processes it into muscle for use during activity. According to an exercise physiology study, inactivity inhibits lipoprotein lipase, an enzyme that leaves fat in the blood and increases the risk of heart disease. In fact, sitting for long periods of time reduces lipoprotein lipase production by about 90 percent. To make sure your body can use fat as designed, not store it - stand up!Diabetes: At the same time, standing can reduce the risk of diabetes. A study published in Diabetes Care found that prolonged sitting reduces responses to glucose, insulin and NEFA in women at risk for type 2 diabetes.https://www.fezibo.com/products/fezibo-bamboo-top-standing-desk

How does standing affect energy levels?

For an instant energy boost - stand up! Try it out and see for yourself. It sounds simple, but the act of standing increases alertness and provides a quick burst of energy.For an instant energy boost - stand up! Try it out and see for yourself. It sounds simple, but the act of standing increases alertness and provides a quick burst of energy.
What actually happened? When you sit, blood flow to the brain slows, reducing the amount of oxygen the brain receives. Simply standing and moving slightly increases blood flow - the results are obvious.
A glass standing desk can help you cut back on coffee, caffeine, or other stimulantsIf you're looking to break your caffeine habit, take a look at your standing desk. Standing regularly is a natural way to help reduce your dependence on coffee and energy drinks. To prevent an afternoon energy crash, alternate sitting and standing.https://www.fezibo.com/products/fezibo-glass-top-standing-desk

Does standing at your desk affect your mood?

What do you do when you meet someone for the first time? Stand up and shake hands with them. Think about it - if you want to appear confident in any situation, whether it's meeting new people or speaking in public, you're probably standing. The act of standing has a huge impact on our mood and confidence.What do you do when you meet someone for the first time? Stand up and shake hands with them. Think about it - if you want to appear confident in any situation, whether it's meeting new people or speaking in public, you're probably standing. The act of standing has a huge impact on our mood and confidence.
When we move our muscles, fresh oxygenated blood is pumped into our brains, releasing mood-boosting chemicals. No wonder people report that using a standing desk improves their overall health. In fact, in the Take a Stand study, 62% of white standing desk users reported feeling happier than traditional desk users.https://www.fezibo.com/collections/fezibo-deals

If you're interested in the benefits of standing and sitting at work, look for a desk that's adjustable in height, either.  We're sure you'll find something you like. The improvement in your physical, mental, and metabolic health may surprise you.

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