I switched places at work today.
The desk opposite my old one is adjustable in height, which makes it possible to stand up or sit down while working. In realizing that I’ve been sitting down for basically the past 33 years (okay, exaggerating), I thought it’d be a nice change.
And it is. I’ve been standing up nonstop since switching, and it’s a wonderful difference. It feels just great, being able to stand up and work and not constantly sitting on my butt all the time :) Now that I have tried it, I think it should be a mandatory requirement at all workplaces, to have adjustable desks.
I’ve also started walking: Twice a week I now try to take at least one-hour walks, which feels great. I miss the outdoors actually, and the long walks I used to go on many years ago.
Perhaps this is the start of a healthier life. I hope so.
We had a lecture about “ergonomy” at work and the “physcian” told us that one should sit no more than 20 minutes at a time. Then it is time to stand up for at least 20 min. Our bodies are not made to sit 8-hours a day. We need to move around – not to get ache.
I´ve had a lot of trouble through the years with shoulders and arms due to computer work. I think standing up while working has made a big difference.
Sounds great with those walks!