Calypso Height Adjustable

Why get an Electric Height Adjustable Desk?

We’ve all been there, slumped over a computer, typing away, back aching, shoulders hunched, as the hours tick away. Chances are if you’ve ever been in this (poor) position, you’ve likely wondered about the benefits of standing at work. READ BELOW TO SEE THE 7 BENEFITS OF STANDING AT WORK

Calypso height adjustable base Features:

• Quick Assembly – Fold-out leg frame
• Height Range: 22”- 48″ high (not including a top)
• Compatible with Innovations tops
• Heavy duty 3-stage steel frame
• Actuator system with synchronized motor driving each leg
• Anti-collision function
• CSA/UL Certified
• BIFMA Certified
• 4 programmable memory positions
• Whisper quiet <50dB
• Max weight capacity: 2 leg base – 265 lbs / 3 leg base – 320 lbs
• Limited lifetime warranty on laminates; 15 year warranty on structural components; 7 year warranty on mechanical components
• Available in Black, Silver or White

Pair the base with HDL or HML work surfaces in many size and color options to complete your perfect electric height adjustable desk!

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7 Benefits of Standing at Work:

Whether you’re working from your home office or working from a busy shared space, a standing desk is a great option to improve your health during the workday. Here are 7 benefits of standing at work.

1. Burns Calories
Standing burns more calories than sitting, even if you simply stand still. Now, the calorie difference between standing versus sitting isn’t huge. Standing burns about 100-200 calories per hour, while sitting burns 60-130 calories. But over time, it can add up.

The other calorie-burning benefit of standing at work is the shift in your mindset. When you’re standing up, you’re more likely to keep your mind in “wellness mode.” You’ll walk around a bit more often throughout the day. You might do some leg lifts or take a quick break with some squats or jumping jacks. These little shifts in activity help you burn more calories during your workday.

2. Gives You an Energy Burst
In an analysis of 53 studies published in the Applied Ergonomics journal, having a standing desk encouraged workers to spend more time on their feet. Researchers in the UK found that 66% of workers felt more productive and 87% felt more energized by spending just an hour of their workday standing. The findings were so useful that they began the Smart Work and Life program to encourage office workers to get more active.

Small movements and active moments throughout the day help you stay awake and alert. You feel more engaged when you literally “think on your feet.” If you’re feeling sluggish throughout your workday, adding a few periods of standing can help you get back some of that energy and enthusiasm.

3. Improves Posture
Using a standing desk with proper ergonomics can help you have good posture at the computer. Your monitor should be at eye level, about 20 inches from your face at a 20-degree tilt, while you should bend your arms at 100-degree angles at your sides. Wrists should hover comfortably above the keyboard, with weight shifting between legs.

If you’re regularly standing, the right posture position will start to become second nature and doesn’t put the compression on your spine that sitting can. Sitting for more extended periods can put pressure on your back and discs, leading to back, shoulder, and neck discomfort.

4. Reduces Back Pain
Like poor posture, you may think back pain is caused by sitting, but it’s not something that you have to live with or accept as part of work. If you have a comfortable chair designed with back and lumbar support and alternate with periods of standing, you will likely remedy your minor back pain.

5. Helps with Wrist Position
If you’ve sat with a laptop on your lap while typing, you’ve probably noticed your wrists start to fall and “rest” on your keyboard. This can lead to wrist strain and pain. Sufferers of carpal tunnel syndrome, a pinched nerve in the wrist may notice more discomfort when wrists are held in the wrong position (although contrary to popular belief, there’s no correlation between keyboard use and CTS).

It’s good to be cognizant of your wrist position and strain on your body while you work. If you use a standing desk, you can keep your arms comfortably bent at a 90-100-degree angle. This is often a more ergonomic position and may even improve your typing speeds!

6. Keeps Circulation Going
If we look back at human evolution, our bodies were made to move. When we stand, we improve our leg muscles, our balance, and our core strength. We also prevent blood clots from forming in the legs. When people sit for a long time (such as on a plane), blood may slow and pool in their legs. In the worst cases, this can lead to a blood clot.

When we stand up, we move our legs and get the blood flowing throughout our bodies. In some studies, people who sat for long periods even had shorter life spans due to poor cardiovascular health. Standing often is part of a healthier lifestyle.

7. Boosts Your Mood and Focus
Finally, if your workday seems long and you find yourself distracted, standing up can give you a focus and mood boost to increase your productivity. A study at Texas A&M University found people who stood up at work in a call center were 50% more productive.

Standing helps us feel healthier, and when we feel well, we’re often in a better mood. Participants in standing studies at work have reported improved mood as a peripheral benefit of standing at work. So if you’re having a slow workday (or feeling down), get on your feet!