i exercise daily... it helps alot

It worked for Hemingway.

I have noticed those desks lately. Might be worth giving it a try.

It's harder to go for my daily walks on the beach when the Florida temps are as hot as they are now. It's easy to get lazy.

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I exercise daily and go on short runs. Making a living at the computer desk is great, but I can't sit there all day and get lazy/fat.

Yes agree with it EXERCISE,but another option is give your body a time for relax even just an hour it helps a lot.

I have been thinking about this a lot lately, actually.

I remember reading an interesting thing about professors from long back ago that they were required to stand because sitting and lecturing was too informal. Politics aside, standing does seem to get the creative juices flowing because you begin to add in kinetic activity behind your work.

Imagine how passionate you can get when you're scribbling across a while board vs. one on your computer. Standing in front of your computer, shifting back and forth and taking a step back rather than staring blankly. There's a lot off inspiration all around us if we take our eyes off the screen and I think that's where the benefit of standing comes in.

I think if you had a desk at the right height then standing would be ok, probably not all day though. You need a desk that you can easily raise and lower so you can sit for a while and stand for a while.

I've a treadmill desk. Love it.

I do transcription from home for a living on top of my IM Business. I do sit at my desk especially for the typing as I have to use a foot pedal for the audio. But I also exercise daily.

I've never heard of a stand up desk before. That's new to me. Not sure how I would like that. I suppose if you don't spend hours upon hours at your computer doing your work it might be okay. I'm curious to see what others will say too.

I am a dog walker, so I get morning and afternoon exercise guaranteed.

For a while there those kneeling seats where very popular.

I find the best thing is to do what every uni student does. Only work for 50 minutes, then do a walk around the house or the block or do the dishes etc. Make sure you take time off for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. When calling clients get up and walk around while talking.

I used to sit for long hours earlier. But from the last 2 months I am getting pain in my neck so now I've started taking regular breaks. I work for an hour and then I stand up from my chair and walk here and there and then continue again. It really works!

Haha. No.

Don't get me wrong, I can see the benefits to doing so. In fact, I do kind of feel more mentally alert and creative when standing. When sat down, I start to feel tired very quickly. But, despite that, I need to be comfortable ... and standing up, remaining still/static enough to focus on a small slab of light and type for an extended period just doesn't feel natural. When I'm up, I need to be moving. I can only be still when I'm sat.

I ride my bike daily. If not daily, every other day. I love it. Standing at my desk just seems like a goofy alternative. Do what best fits your life style.

Don't remember where exactly I saw this as it was some while ago (also not sure of how good it is), but they recommended to take a short 10 minute break for every 1 hour spent in front of the computer. I'm sure 99% of us don't do that

I have recently started doing this, it seems to keep me more focused as well!

When i got tired, i just stand to drink some coffee and chat with friends. I feel relaxed when doing that

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I tried to work standing, but it was really uncomfortable for me, so I bought an ergonomic chair

I do my IM work in blocks. One of hour of work is followed by a 30 minute walk. Its kept me in shape and gives my mind a chance to recharge.

Standing a lot also can have a negative impact on our health and even cause congestion to the stomach.

It's extremely difficult sitting at the desk the whole day starting at the computer. I try to take frequent breaks to walk around and stretch.
It definitely takes a toll on you.

One of the best opportunities to stand up is when you're talking on the phone.

Again, I think the person on the other end can sense your energy.

If you're doing cold-calling, standing-up may actually improve your results.

Well it depend the kind of work was it, work standing make the incorrect and even there would be mistake, it necessary for a person to do the work in the way they want, without any mistake.

There is a huge difference between standing still in front of the desk and using tradmill desks. Treadmill is set to move at equivalent of 1 mile per hour, enabling you to type and talk without sounding like you just run a marathon. You burn 100 calories per hour and if you are anything like me, you can triple productivity by using those desks.

Wow, I had never seen a treadmill desk. I did a search because I thought you were kidding at first. Pretty cool!

You know. People say it's uncomfortable to stand and work, but could that be because they're conditioned to sit and work? I know standing for a long time can be uncomfortable, but I think this is more to do with muscular endurance and posture than anything else - things that wouldn't be an issue if we didn't sit around all the time.

It's an interesting idea. I might look into one of these desks. I like being more active.

I am seriously considering getting a stand up desk since I sit down literally almost all day,and use it for at least 4 hours a day or something.

Sitting in a chair all day can actually be more problematic than standing. I like working out in the morning. I hate sitting down for long hours so I make sure to schedule breaks during work.

I used to work in radio. So yes, I stood!

I can't sit for too long because my back starts to hurt. Working out helps this problem, but I focus my efforts to make sure I don't sit for too long.

But yeah, not a fan of standing for too long either.

You can always stand up every few hours and do stretching exercises. Or better yet, allot some time to exercise or jog every day...

But yeah, working while standing up did work for Hemingway. But that would be weird for me...

I recently changed to a standing desk for health benefits/more productivity.

The health benefits are negligible because I have a pretty active lifestyle but the productivity has been the best part.

I would always feel tired sitting down in my big, comfy, leather computer chair after a long day on my feet.

Standing helps keep me alert and awake. It's definitely worth a shot for anyone who feels lethargic in a chair.

I put my cigarettes on the other side of the room so I have to get up to go get one :-)

Please find time to do an exercise or at least 30 minutes or walking is just enough.

Standing desks are great.

The thing is, they can let you stand and work at times, and then you can have a high chair so you can sit at other times.

Varying this is great and I want to get a setup like this.

I've seen it at my friend's office and he loves being able to stand yet not have to lean down to his computer like at normal desks and then if he gets a bit tired of standing and wants a rest, he can always hop in his chair.

I think it's better for the body all around, really, and it can probably keep you a bit fresher.

If standing desks don't improve your productivity try standing on one leg when you work, it's yoga and work rolled into one

Jokes apart, it's great for people who just sink into a chair. I spend 90 mins sitting followed by a half hour break and make it a point not to sit during my break. My as+ thanks me for it.

As others mentioned I break up my time in front of the computer into 50min increments.

I have to walk and run to get the creative juices flowing.

Not me, I got my dragon speak on and a comfy futon I lay on for all of my internet marketing endeavors

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It's always a great idea to stretch your legs every once in a while, especially if you work from home next to a PC, it's a great idea to continue some of the habits of breaks at lunchtime as you would do in a normal 9-5

I too spend a lot of time at the computer on my IM work.

My solution is to exercise each day. I take time to work out, and keep my core body strength toned.

Sitting all day is unnatural, so compensating with activity works best for me.

Set schedule to have your daily exercise to stretch that muscles in your legs and arms. Spending too much time sitting in front of a computer will usually results to shoulder pain, backache, neck pain and eventually some headaches. It will be better for you to make some time management to your schedule so you could have time for your ju-jitsu, that will not only takes you away from your chair, but will also develops your skills in the field of martial arts.
In my case, I do some jogging and walking early in the morning before I start my day, to make those muscles work and will not be stiff with cramps in case I will run, (for errands) lol.

I'm in the process of transitioning from an IT career to fulltime entrepreneur and standing while working is actually something I do on occasion. I've been looking to encourporate healthier habits as a lifestyle and like some of you suggested, have set a schedule for my daily exercise.

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I have an electric desk which is height adjustable so that you can sit or stand when you work.

I was a little sceptical when I bought it 2 years ago, but surprisingly, for someone like myself with back problems, it has been brilliant. Even when I'm sitting down and working, the ability to adjust the height of the desk, by even a fraction, makes such a difference.

Regular breaks away from the computer are also essential as well as getting plenty of fresh air if at all possible. The secret is to remain focused and not to become overly distracted during the breaks.

My biggest problem is actually working from home and the fact that nobody really believes I'm working, just playing on the computer and hence, can call upon me at any time!!!

I love standing at my desk. right now I just have a few books to prop my computer up on, but it works!

The idea of a standing desk has been around a long time. It isn't a fad and it makes sense. I use both for variety. The times I use a standing desk, I get more work done because standing is such an active position. When I sit I tend to sort of slouch and then my neck hurts. Alternating between the two gives me more time at a desk than if I was just sitting.

I also like to use a timer to remind me get up from my sitting desk.

I also have my kids' PCs up high on the breakfast bar, for example, so they don't learn to slouch early in the game. Maybe the next generation won't be so, um, "chubby" and sick. You might think that's mean but read on to find out why I am so adamant about this.

I do care giving part time so I help a man put on his $600 compression socks designed to keep his feet and lower legs from exploding from swelling due to his 40 years of sedentary work and no exercise. And no, he isn't diabetic and has no heart issues, just sedentary and obese. His feet are swollen with lymphedema to the size of 5 pound hams and his calves are like 8 inch posts - no kidding. You bet I keep moving!

Whatever you do, please make sure to get up and move every hour. And do regular exercise... you don't want someone like me to have to put your socks on someday.

In all honesty, I don't think it changes the way you work. I think you're just going to get tired a lot faster.

I can sit 8 hours straight without doing anything if their are major bugs needs to be fixed. lol

I don't really feel settled when I'm using a standing desk. I used to use them at university sometimes, we had a few in the library. It was only when I needed to spend about 10 minutes or so on something.

The thing is, I do plenty of walking and exercise, so it's not like I'm unhealthy from sitting at my desk a lot. I can't see myself converting any time soon..!

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I cannot work long time with my computer. I spend half of my time to take care my kids and watch TV.

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with a young daughter who takes a lot of my time I work a lot standing and eat the same way which I know both are not supposed to be very good either!!!