Working standing up
Working standing up
(OP)
Hi!
I'm a designer / Drafter working on a CAD station most of my day. I read a little on the internet about working standing up and the idea sounded interesting so I figured out a quick setup using books and carton boxes to lift my stuffs to work standing up.
I used it for two weeks and really loved it. But before going to a permanent setup I would like to have some input from others. I previously read about using a gel mat to prevent sore feet, using a stool to sit when there is fatigue, etc. Is there anyone who actually work that way or at least tried it for a long period? How do you like it and why?
For those interested there is a great discussion on the subject here http://37 signals.co m/svn/post s/1001-sta nding-vers us-sitting
Cheers
Patrick
I'm a designer / Drafter working on a CAD station most of my day. I read a little on the internet about working standing up and the idea sounded interesting so I figured out a quick setup using books and carton boxes to lift my stuffs to work standing up.
I used it for two weeks and really loved it. But before going to a permanent setup I would like to have some input from others. I previously read about using a gel mat to prevent sore feet, using a stool to sit when there is fatigue, etc. Is there anyone who actually work that way or at least tried it for a long period? How do you like it and why?
For those interested there is a great discussion on the subject here http://37
Cheers
Patrick





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When 'on the board' standing (in combination with a high stool) was the norm, and it worked well ... it discouraged desk sitting managers from staying too long.
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These ensure a much more upright posture:
I keep thinking of getting one myself.
JMW
www.ViscoAnalyser.com
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Just make sure your co-workers don't walk around with scissors.
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Chris
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When I got a computer, I just put the monitor on it.
Later, I elevated the monitor about a foot above the drawing surface, on a platform that was also big enough for the keyboard.
I had a simple stool adjusted to just the right height to sit or stand.
I think that the key was, the stool had a wooden seat with no padding. People are not really evolved for sitting on tuffets.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
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Somehow, and for some unknown reason, I have a real problem with the use of a kneeling chair in the presence of my boss.
I think it is counter-productive.
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
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I nearly mentioned the days of drafting boards and the like but others beat me to it. I think I'd definitely want the option of sitting or standing, a tall chair like used to go with drafting tables takes care of that.
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The more I think about it, I lean toward an adjustable height desk so I can still use the current chair I got and a good part of the furniture I already have in my office. Also by being adjustable anybody will be able to use my station without much assle. Unfortunately I'm on a tight budget so it may be difficult to find what I want.
Patrick
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Was that an intended pun or a cheeky Freudian slip?
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I was saying because at 6'2" tall if I build a standing desk to my confortable height there won't be a lot of people at my office able to use it.
Patrick
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KENAT,
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Even soldiers on the march take 10 every hour. Being constantly on your feet is asking for trouble.
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Peter Stockhausen
Senior Design Analyst (Checker)
Infotech Aerospace Services
www.infotechpr.net
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- Steve
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I know there's no good in standing up all day that's for sure, but the same goes for sitting. That's one of the reasons why I would like an adjustable desk, then I could get up or sit whenever I feel like it and still work.
Patrick
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