Show threadEl DuvelleMay 4

Thank you all for this really interesting feedback!
What I'm getting so far is:

  • only sitting or only standing is not great for most people
  • taking more walking breaks & doing more exercise is the easiest, cheapest way to get the benefits of a standing desk
  • typing, reading might be difficult while in standing position, but doing online meetings is fine
  • there are cheap ways to convert a normal desk in standing desk
  • in any case, one should definitely get an adjustable standing desk
  • with the standing desk, having a soft mat or a treadmill is important

    • This made me less likely to get a standing desk for myself, especially because I'm mostly doing writing / reading / coding and point 3) says that I might not be able to do this while standing 😬 So here's a poll specifically about this!

    While standing / walking at your (adjustable) standing desk, do you find it:
    (multiple choices possible, and this is just for working on a computer, sorry)

    #StandingDesk

    Easy to read on the computer
    38.7%
    Hard to read on the computer
    9.7%
    Easy to code or write on the comp.
    25.8%
    Hard to code or write on the comp.
    16.1%
    not using std. desk /not sure / see results
    9.7%
    Poll ended at .
    El DuvelleMay 3

    Have you ever tried to use a #StandingDesk for work (whether working from home or in the office), if so would you recommend it?

    Since I'm spending about 23/24h sitting (or sleeping) these days, I wonder if I should give it a go.. Please tell me what you think!

    I prefer a standing desk to a sitting desk
    36.5%
    I prefer a sitting desk to a standing desk
    28.6%
    I have never tried a standing desk buy would like to try
    16.1%
    I have never tried a standing desk and do not want to try
    12.5%
    Not sure / see results
    6.3%
    Poll ended at .
    Scott FovalApr 25
    I started Covid working online and attending classes on a 6-foot plastic folding table. 6 years and a Master’s degree later I finally get to retire the plastic, setting up my dream #homeoffice studio. Just in time for Spring telehealth therapy, coaching, and consulting. 🙏🌈🚀 #standingdesk
    Matt GoddenApr 3
    I'm sorry, but if you're in the #StandingDesk industry, and your marketing tagline isn't "you can get half-pissed and dance to your favourite tunes while while you work", you've missed the point of your product.
    Droppie [infosec] 🐨    ​Apr 3

    just now

    legs tired, time to collapse the #standingdesk

    forecast for a coupla hours' time

    bum numb, time to raise the SD

    maybe the balanced logical decision is to leave it permanently halfway up/down?

    🤪️

    Kevin GaminFeb 23

    My Sunday Standing Desk

    Well, it's my every day standing desk, but I spent my Sunday putting it together and replacing my old desk with it!

    https://medi-nerd.com/2026/02/22/my-sunday-standing-desk/

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    Steve Dustcircle 🌹Jan 5

    A Simple Change to Your #StandingDesk Could Make #Workdays #Healthier

    https://www.sciencealert.com/a-simple-change-to-your-standing-desk-could-make-workdays-healthier

    A Simple Change to Your Standing Desk Could Make Workdays Healthier

    Recent surveys estimate more than 6.7 million Australians – almost half of all workers, and the majority in Sydney, Melbourne, and Canberra – work from home at least some of the time in paid or unpaid roles.

    ScienceAlert
    Bilali Kiza DIOPDec 23

    ✨ Upgrade your workspace with the ErGear Height Adjustable Standing Desk – designed for comfort, focus, and productivity. Perfect for students, professionals, and home offices.

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    💡 Invest in your health and efficiency today! #StandingDesk #WorkSmart #Affiliate

    Amazon.com

    Clément RobertNov 6, 2025

    Family picture / office party: the local #happinessmanager *and* his favorite cushion.

    #softwaredevelopment
    #workingremote
    #homeoffice
    #selfemployedlife
    #standingdesk
    #catsofmastodon