Close your eyes and picture a typical workplace, and you probably envision a room full of employees sitting at desks. Have you ever wondered if there was an alternative to sitting all day at work? Sit to Stand desks are just what they sound like: desks designed for use while standing up or sitting down. They are available in a wide variety of designs, styles and sizes so you can pick out whichever model is best suited to your individual needs. This is how Sit to Stand desks can help you:

• Lower your chances of obesity. Sitting all day is bad for you in a number of ways, but mainly because it makes it difficult for you to maintain a healthy weight. Taking regular breaks to walk around is a must for anybody who works in an office, and a Sit to Stand desk keeps you on your feet more.

• Reduce your risk of heart disease. The benefits of using a Sit to Stand desk are numerous, but one of the most important is the positive impact on your heart. Lack of exercise and a generally sedentary lifestyle, which comes from so many hours of sitting, can make you more likely to develop cardiovascular disease and other serious heart problems.

• Increase Your Productivity. Sitting all day long can actually have a counterproductive effect on your work, making it harder for you to stay focused. After several hours of sitting and working, most people feel fatigued and uninspired. A Sit to Stand desk interrupts this routine and encourages you to move around and stay active throughout the workday.

• Lengthen your life. The less often you sit, the better you’ll feel. The health benefits of working at a Sit to Stand desk for at least part of the day can add up to a longer life for you. However, it’s important to remember that you should sit down from time to time—standing in one place for eight hours a day isn’t good for your health, either.

If you’d like to find a Sit to Stand desk for your office, you can find the one you’re looking for at Office Furniture Expo’s Showroom in Atlanta. We proudly provide our customers with furniture from some of the most trusted manufacturers in the world. To learn more, call (770) 455-0440.