Want to feel 87% more energized and 62% happier at work? The answer might be easier than you think: Get a standing desk! Not only does standing at work make you happier, but it can also make you healthier too.
Sitting for 6+ hours can make you 18% more likely to die from diabetes and heart disease according to an infographic from Ultimate Mats. The infographic shows you ways to be happier and healthier at work—simply by correcting your posture.
For example, if you’re using a sitting desk, you should place the computer screen at your eye level—this helps to prevent neck aches. You should also tuck your shoulders in as it prevents hunching and the over-extension of your muscles.
If you are using a standing desk, the infographic suggests standing 20 to 28 inches away from the screen and keeping your keyboard at or below elbow height. To find out more tips on how to stay happy and healthy at work, check out the infographic below:
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I have written about the impact of working on your health a couple of times here and here – Work still doesn’t seem to be any better for your life.
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Ralph Bach has been in IT long enough to know better and has blogged from his Bach Seat about IT, careers, and anything else that catches his attention since 2005. You can follow him on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Email the Bach Seat here.