Standing desks are all the rage these days. If you're a boss or manager you've probably heard about them. Some of your employees may have even asked if they can have one. Some bosses are hesitant to buy height adjustable desks for their employees because of the added expense. But buying standing desks for employees who want them can actually save money in the long-run. Here's how:
1. Standing Desks Reduce the Risk of Health Problems
Within the past few years there have been a myriad of studies and articles about the dangers of sitting down too much. A 2014 Washington Post article discovered that this trend increases the risk of heart disease organ damage colon cancer mushy abs sore shoulders and back strained neck poor circulation in legs disk damage and so on.
Naturally you can't start holding your company meetings at yoga studios or gyms (although we all know that would be awesome). But the good news is that there is a simple way to reduce these concerning health risks: stand more frequently. Experts recommend alternating between standing and sitting for optimal health and well-being.
A Gallup-Healthways study found that health-related absences cost U.S. businesses over $25 billion per year. Most of these workers had at least one chronic health issue and many were overweight. Buying a standing desk for your workers can help keep them more active and reduce the risk of serious health problems.
2. Standing Desks Promote Well-Being
Many companies have learned the hard way that health care costs can take a sizable amount of their profits. As a result company wellness programs have become increasingly popular in recent years. Company wellness programs are a wonderful addition to any company but did you know that simply alternating between sitting and standing can go a long way in keeping employees healthier? This can reduce the amount of sick days and health absences required.
3. Standing Desks Promote Productivity
In a paper entitled "Get Up Stand Up: The Effects of a Non-Sedentary Workspace on Information Elaboration and Group Performance" researchers Andrew Knight and Markus Baer found that standing during meetings promoted creativity and problem-solving. (And walking during meetings doesn't hurt either). It also enabled workers to stay more focused on the task at hand. Improved efficiency and concentration is the goal of any company. A great desk like UpWrite or PowerUp makes that goal easy to attain.
Are you interested in reducing your workers' health risks promoting their well-being and increasing productivity? If so you should consider buying standing desks. These will ergonomic desks promote health well-being and efficiency. Contact UpDesk today to purchase your very own height adjustable desk.
