There is a theory that standing while working at the computer is good for our health. There is also a theory that the opposite is true. While this great egg controversy is taking place, young French designer Jérémy Guénolé created a desk that allows to alternate the two approaches. The piece, called Postures, features different levels and encourages movement, which cannot be bad for anyone. ‘Starting from different work situations of a creative, I drew a range of hybrid furnitures that comply with the concept of wellness.’ – says the designer.
(via Posture Desk « Shoebox Dwelling)
For 5 months I had my desk set up so I’d have to stand at it. It was great for my back, but terrible for my heels. I found that because I’m a workaholic, I kept forgetting to take breaks. Soon it hurt to walk. I’m sitting again. I already miss standing all the time because I’m slouching again (though less than I used to) and standing at my desk definitely helped me with focus, too. Not sure why that was.
However, until I can become more disciplined about *not* working at my desk (and taking breaks) I am sitting again. I am using an external monitor that I have set in a way to encourage sitting with my back straight. We’ll see how that goes.
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