Spring 2018
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SIT-STAND<br />
The Best Ways to<br />
Improve Posture<br />
and Wellbeing in Your Office<br />
In order to get the best out of your office and your<br />
own productivity (as well as that of your employees)<br />
you need to consider ergonomics. The importance of<br />
a good chair and desk should not be underestimated.<br />
A sit/stand desk is a modern and stylish way of making your office more<br />
posture friendly. They break up the monotony caused by prolonged sitting<br />
as well as reducing any subsequent aches and pains. Actively swapping<br />
between sitting and standing increases blood flow which contributes to<br />
increased energy, reduced stress levels, and it also burns more calories.<br />
A few years ago, the idea of a sit/stand would have probably sent shivers down the spine when thinking about their cost, but now they<br />
are completely affordable and can even be customised to suit the style of your office or to better fit your budget.<br />
In order to fully reap the benefits of ergonomic furniture,<br />
you will need to pair your sit/stand desks with suitable chairs.<br />
Having a chair that can adapt to each employee’s individual<br />
frame is what you should aim for. This winning combination<br />
should mean that back and neck complaints will become a<br />
thing of the past, and both you and your workforce will be<br />
able to focus more effectively.<br />
If, however, you cannot afford to buy an ergonomic chair and<br />
a sit/stand desk, then a good substitute would be to buy a<br />
lumbar support that can be placed on any office chair. An<br />
adjustable foot rest will provide additional support as well –<br />
add both the lumbar support and the footrest to your sit/stand<br />
desk and chair combo for a complete ergonomic office.<br />
Galina Solopova – Century Office<br />
Tel: 01482 714 488<br />
sales@eurofitsystems.com<br />
www.eurofitsystems.com<br />
Keep active in the office<br />
workplace with Eurofit’s electric<br />
height adjustable desk frame.<br />
All components are supplied in<br />
one box to suit 1200-1800mm<br />
tops and a height range 715-<br />
1190mm when used with 25mm<br />
top thickness. For more details<br />
on this affordable robust frame<br />
range contact their sales team.<br />
Fellowes<br />
Sit-Stand Mats<br />
Sit-Stand mats provide a cushion<br />
for standing and are an important<br />
accessory for any sit-stand<br />
product<br />
ActiveFusion Sit-Stand Mat (8707101)<br />
• Unique shape promotes stretching<br />
and movement<br />
Everyday Sit-Stand Mat (8707001)<br />
• Encourages subtle movement to<br />
prevent fatigue<br />
For more information or to<br />
discuss a trial contact Fellowes<br />
Tel: 00800 18101810 or<br />
email: rmonk@fellowes.com<br />
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