Is Sitting the New Smoking?

Adjustable height desks allow for sitting, standing and anything in between.

You shouldn't stand all day. Finding the right chair can make or break your posture.

Treadmill and bike desks were designed to help people that work long hours add more movement to their day.

Kneeling is a non-traditional way to maintain posture when standing isn't feasible.

We are firm believers that movement matters, and the research is backing us up. People that incorporate more movement into their daily life report higher energy levels, increased productivity, and a better mood. Most importantly, the science is beginning to prove that avoiding a sedentary lifestyle can help reduce the risk of many common diseases.

Adding standing to your workday has proven to help back, neck, and joint pain as well as improve productivity and energy levels. There are many options depending on your goals, time and budget to give sitting a break. We created our resources to help you find the best standing desk for your needs.

Finding the right chair for your home or work office can dramatically reduce the side effects of your extended sitting time, help you maintain better posture and generally increase comfort. Our guides help break through the noise and help you find the right fit.

When most people think of not sitting all day, they often assume they must be standing. There are other options such as walking or biking at a slow speed at your desk. Our tools will help you decide if this is right for you.

When it comes to causes of pain, staying out of line throughout the day is a top cause. Our resources help highlight many of the ways you can gain proper alignment and prevent common pain causes.

Q: Is sitting the new smoking?
A: We think so. Research shows that you can reduce your chances of cancer, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and back pain, all with one simple lifestyle change: reduce the time you spend sitting.
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Q: What are the benefits of a standing desk?
A: The most common results we see in people that switch to a more active work day include weight loss, higher productivity, reduced rate of early mortality, more energy, better mood, and less back pain.
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