Comments on: Standing Desks: A Smart, Healthy Option

By: HJ

HJ — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 10:27:36 +0000

Nice, I’ve been trying to find this! Thanks!

By: Kathy Sharkey

Kathy Sharkey — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 23:36:08 +0000

My boss would not spend $1,000 to get me an adjustable height desk even though I would take time off work due to back problems. He found a portable unit that sits on my desk for $500.00 and I love it. After 2 weeks of alternating between standing and sitting, I now have gone more than a month without needing to take time off due to pain. The company is Ergo Desktop

By: Allison

Allison — Sun, 23 May 2010 17:53:35 +0000

Ikea has some very reasonably priced options for standing desks. Also, I just use a standard drafting table at work (adjustable to my 5′10″ height, of course). I’ve used a standing desk for ten years now. It has helped my back AND TMJ issues.

By: Suzanne

Suzanne — Sat, 01 May 2010 04:02:09 +0000

Thanks for the thoughts on this. I took a leaf from my table and stacked it on my counter with my laptop on it. Works for now.

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My treadmill desk « Make money online — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:19:30 +0000

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By: Fritz Schantz

Fritz Schantz — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 01:41:20 +0000

I just started using the standup desk I built. It’s a little unconventional. Check it out:
http://www.fritzdesigns.com/Home/Standupdesk/tabid/166/Default.aspx

By: John the Programmer

John the Programmer — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 01:33:38 +0000

I wanted and adjustable height desk a LONG time before I was finally able to find one that was reasonably priced (you are dead-on re: how expensive they are). I was sold on the idea of working standing, but not full-time standing — I think being able to change position is really the key point.

I looked for two or three years before I finally found one, and at the time it was only the frame that the company sold. At < $600 though, it was a steal, so I bought it and used a interior door for a desktop. It’s worked GREAT! : )

The company that makes the one I bought is called GeekDesk, and we just bought another one from them. It looks like they sell complete desks now as well.

If you’re looking for something cost-effective, I’d definitely recommend checking them out: http://www.GeekDesk.com

By: Trisha

Trisha — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:03:16 +0000

I just finally got a desk for my treadmill! I've got pictures posted on my blog. I don't use it all the time, but just to get in extra steps so that I can get up to 10,000 steps a day. Trishas last blog post..My treadmill desk

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» My treadmill desk : Ideas For Women Blog — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:01:45 +0000

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By: Wendy Milonas

Wendy Milonas — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:04:06 +0000

I raised my desk almost a year ago. Hubby had bought me an iGallop to use as an office seat. I'm a big horse junkie, but have no time to ride anymore. I had wanted to use the iGallop as my office chair because I thought I could "ride" every once in a while instead of JUST sitting on my ever-growing behind 14 hours a day. It was the most incredible thing I've ever done. I spend 75% of my time standing and the rest "riding". I have more energy, I'm more creative (more blood flow to the brain?), I've lost weight and I just LOVE it!! We raised the desk ourselves using some 2x4's, plywood and paint. *note: I got the standing thing from the publishing company I worked at 15 years ago that had desks built in that we could use a tall stool (bar stool/drafting chair) or stand while working. Wendy Milonass last blog post..Countdown has begun

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Starting Out: Home Office Tips Link Roundup | Home Office Organizer — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 02:00:49 +0000

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By: Linda Lee

Linda Lee — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 19:10:48 +0000

Thanks for the mention!
I use my treadmill workstation desk as a standing desk more then as a treadmill right now. I just love the fact that I am now either standing or walking while I am on the computer at least 50% of the time.
It has only been about a month, so I don’t know how the results will turn out, but I am sure my butt won’t be as flat as it was heading towards. lol.

By: erin r

erin r — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:32:20 +0000

I have a standing desk at home that was really cheap (well, relatively). Fred Meyer has a “craft desk” by HD designs that is standing height. It’s narrow but long and you can get five or seven drawers (more narrow drawers or more wide ones) or a mix. They don’t always have it, but it shows up regularly.

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5 Productivity Killers & How To Fend Them Off | Home Office Organizer — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 03:56:31 +0000

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By: Linda Lee

Linda Lee — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 20:30:47 +0000

Hello there,

I just created my own treadmill desk and discovered I need to just stand there some days. ( I overdid it and need to mix standing with the walking) I do however love not sitting in a chair all day!
I still sit for some things, since I use 2 computers, but I think this is such a great Idea. I am going to put a link to this post on my resource page.
Thank you for all the great information.

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By: Lee Wise

Lee Wise — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 17:17:19 +0000

Hi Brandie,

Good thoughts. I do not have a standing desk but would love one.

However…

I do put boxes on top of my desk to stand: not exactly a touch of class, but it works and it’s okay in my environment.

In fact, this is a timely article as I have been thinking these past two days: “I’ve got to stand and do this work.”

So…

I’ll probably stand.

Thanks for the reminder,

Lee

By: Jeri Dansky

Jeri Dansky — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 04:25:37 +0000

I don’t particularly want a standing desk myself, but here’s a discussion of adjustable-height desks with pointers to some:
http://ask.metafilter.com/80837/Great-Adjustable-Height-Desk

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:14:40 +0000

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By: jeff zbar

jeff zbar — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:04:06 +0000

Thanks for the shout-out.

Whether a custom desk in a dedicated home office, or a countertop supported by a couple of old two-drawer file cabinets (my first home office), the home-based workspace – at least in these parts – has been centered around a seated position. But interestingly, I increasingly find myself working at the kitchen counter, lying on the floor, sitting on the sofa – or walking Riley (while tapping away on the BlackBerry). Seated isn’t necessarily best – for body or productivity. Just make sure you’re focused on comfort and productivity wherever you work.

But I must admit, that desk is way cool – and seemingly would satisfy all my workspace needs, except for when I walk Riley…

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