Buying Guide: Adjustable Standing Desk
Following Covid-19 a spike in hybrid and work-from-home cultures rose. With working from home becoming the new norm, perfecting your home office is more important than ever.
Studies have shown that extended sitting is very common among office workers, who spend an average of approximately 5.5 hours each day at their desks. This adds up to daily sitting durations of more than 10 hours! Although it might not seem like a big pain now, studies have linked sitting for long periods to numerous mental and physical health issues that end up surprising you in the long run.
An ergonomic office space is needed now more than ever! Standing desks are part of the hype, with many studies linking numerous benefits to switching to a more ergonomic option. But what are standing desks and their so-called benefits? Let's jump right into it!
What is a standing desk?
A standing desk is there to make your job that much easier! Their main feature is that they allow you to conveniently change from sitting to standing. There are many versions with different features, but the typical standing desk will allow you to either manually or electronically change its height.
Their rise in popularity isn’t for nothing! - with studies linking their use to a vast amount of benefits. Need some more convincing? Let’s dive into our buying guide for standing desks!
4 Benefits of an adjustable standing desk:
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Better design, more functions
With just a push of a button or a pull of a clank, your desk will adjust to your perfect height. Your productivity is not left behind - as many standing desks such as our Linspire Ascend Electric Height Adjustable Standing Desks have great techy features to make your life easier:
- Expect less noise and better focus with their smooth and quiet height adjustments.
- Built in protection to prevent overheating and overload.
- Its easy-to-use mechanism enables quiet, fast and seamless adjustments at the push of a button.
- Featuring a robust steel frame, driven by a single motor, and complemented by a durable, spacious desktop.
- There are 4 preset heights that can be set via its memory setting, giving you the convenience of adjusting to the height you want effortlessly.
- Simply use the levelling glides along the bottom of the desk to stabilise and level your desk to the right height.
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Helps your health
Being sedentary is the norm for most employees, especially those who work in offices. Sitting for long periods of time with limited amounts of activity or movement can lead to multiple health issues later on.
Have you ever heard of the 90-90-90 rule? It basically means that when you are seated at your desk, your elbows, knees, and hips are all at a 90-degree angle. With the ability to adjust your standing desk, you’re much more likely to achieve a proper sitting posture. The 90-90-90 rule makes sure that your wrist and monitor position are all in the correct place in order for you to be most comfortable! This will avoid hunching and slouching over, causing all kinds of back pain later on.
Just remember that a standing desk may help you improve your back pain, but it’s probably not the cure for everything. Although a standing desk encourages you to stand up straight and relieves pain from your neck and back, it won’t fix the more significant issues like scoliosis. However, that doesn’t mean that when used appropriately, standing desks can help to lessen some of the pain associated with scoliosis and stop it from progressing!
Friendly reminder: Standing for long periods of time is also not the best for you! Try to balance the time you are switching between standing and sitting throughout your day.
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Improves your mood
We all know that physical activity is essential for maintaining a healthy body, but there is mounting proof that even small amounts of exercise can elevate mood and lessen anxiety. Everyone can benefit from exercising in their own way!
Using a standing desk has been shown to enhance mood, and other studies have found that energy levels are also enhanced. Employees are given a more upbeat view of life at work as a result. So as you become more active while standing, you are boosting your energy levels and increasing your mood at the same time!
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Increased Productivity
Standing at your desk does not negatively impact your daily tasks - in fact with less strain, and an increased mood, doing your job can become much easier. A study between non-users and users of standing desks showed that users selected keeping alert and boosting attention as their top immediate benefits when alternating between sitting and standing at their desks.
Tip: Get your sit-stand schedule on point - find what the right sit-stand balance is for you. This may take some adjusting but in the long run, you’ll find your comfort increase and work become not as painful.
Compliment your desk with the perfect office chair
Check out our range of office chairs to complement your standing desk, including height adjustable options with a 360° swivel and a comfortable foam cushioned seat for everyday comfort.
FAQs
What is the difference between a sit-stand desk and a regular desk?
Instead of being stuck at the same height like a regular desk that has a set height, a variable-height sit-stand desk gives you the option of shimmying up when you’d like to work while standing tall and moving on down when you’re in the mood to work sitting down.
Wondering, “How high should an office desk be?” Well, that really depends on you. Are you Team Sit or Team Stand? If you’re like most of us, you probably juggle between the two. It’s the classic office tango.
The beauty of adjustable desks is that you can customise the height to fit your body like a glove. It's like having a desk that says, ‘I get you!’ Just remember, either when sitting or standing, don’t forget about that posture. We want you looking sharp, not twisting yourself like a pretzel to ‘fit’ yourself to your desk So adjust away and find your perfect groove.
Is a standing desk suitable for everyday use?
Yes, a standing desk is designed to be used every day. In fact, it works best when it becomes part of your daily routine rather than something you use occasionally. The key is variety. Standing all day is not the goal, and neither is sitting still for hours on end.
A sit stand desk lets you switch things up throughout the day, giving your body a break from staying in one position for too long. Stand during focused tasks, sit when you need a breather, and adjust the height to suit your body. Think of it as movement with purpose. Your desk moves with you, not the other way around.
Used this way, a standing desk fits seamlessly into everyday work life and helps create a more comfortable, flexible workspace.
How high should a standing desk be set?
The ideal standing desk height depends on your height and how you like to work. As a general guide, your desk should sit at elbow height when your arms are relaxed, with your screen at eye level so you are not hunching or stretching.
Our Linspire Ascend Electric Height Adjustable Standing Desk offers a height range of 69cm to 119cm, making it easy to find a comfortable sitting and standing position. Our desks come with a variety of adjustable height ranges, so it is always a good idea to check the specifications of each desk you are considering to make sure it suits your body and your daily setup.
