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Why a Stand Up Desk Could Save Your Life The Sup Desk

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Before to stand …….<br />

1. Slowly but surely – Do not go from zero to hero. You have to take<br />

baby steps to not shock your system. Begin with just 20 minutes<br />

at a time until you get used to it. Increase the 20 minutes and let<br />

your body adjust. Once your body have adjusted, keep on<br />

extending your standing time.<br />

2. Use a mat – Be friendly to your knees, hips and ankles by<br />

standing on a gel mat. It would be tons better too if you wear nonslip,<br />

support shoes as well.<br />

3. Keep the chair nearby – It may take some adjustment to work<br />

standing up. Sometimes, you will find it hard to think or<br />

concentrate when you’re on your feet. If this happens, have a<br />

chair nearby if it will help you focus more.<br />

4. Proper set-up – <strong>The</strong> computer monitor should be 15 to 30 inches<br />

away from your eyes, with the eye level even or slightly below<br />

your screen. Wrists should be flat with the elbows at a 90-degree<br />

angle. Keep on making adjustments seeing to it that you body is<br />

not straining while you’re standing.<br />

5. Move – While standing burns more calories than sitting, walking<br />

burns even more. Take walking breaks once in a while to stretch<br />

your muscles and keep your circulation going.

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