While the standing desk has gained popularity in recent years, mainly due to its purported health benefits, a study conducted by the University of Sydney has completely challenged these beliefs. In fact, the office poses real health risks.
In just a few years, the popularity of the standing desk concept has increased dramatically. The sedentary lifestyle of some office professions and various confinements have greatly contributed to this madness.
But while we've heard here and there about the purported benefits of standing desks, a study conducted by the University of Sydney and… Published in the International Journal of Epidemiology It completely challenges these beliefs.
This study analyzed at least 83,000 participants were equipped with activity monitors, and suffice it to say that the results were not clearly in favor of the standing desk.
In fact, according to the findings of this survey, when you spend two hours standing in front of a desk, your risk of developing circulatory problems increases by 11% after every additional half hour. In addition, this method of action would promote the appearance of varicose veins and increase the risk of circulatory diseases.
Matthew Ahmadi, a professor at the University of Sydney, explains: “ Standing for a long time will not compensate for a sedentary lifestyle In other words, whether you are sitting or standing, the problem remains the same: not being able to move for a long time.
But what is the correct method to adopt then? Instead, the authors of this study advise moving more during the day. In general, it is recommended to take several breaks during which we walk or do relaxing movements. Even if our busy days sometimes make this practice difficult, it is highly recommended to incorporate movement sessions into our workdays. This will have different positive effects on both the body and mind.
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