A Standing Desk: Is It Right for You? oleh Shani Soloff

There have been many articles on the evils of sitting, coinciding with an increased focus on wellness. People have been searching for changes they can make to improve their health, including choices at work. In my work as an ergonomics consultant and physical therapist, the #1 question I get is: what is better, sitting or standing to work? Should I buy a sit to stand desk? Utilize The Posture People’s decision-making algorithm to help you figure out if a standing desk is the right choice for you. Take the guesswork out of your decision! Use this easy 3-step self-test to figure out if a standing desk is right for you. However, if you find that a standing desk won’t suit you, what else can you do to improve your health and reduce the risks of sitting? In creating this guide to help you decide, I draw on my 20+ years as a physical therapist, as well as my experience working with clients to provide ergonomics services and training. The book will walk you through the factors to consider before purchasing a standing desk, as well as provide alternative solutions to achieve your best, most productive working self.