Combat Our Sedentary Population With A Standing Desk! | Part Two

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Combat Our Sedentary Population With A Standing Desk! | Part Two

Welcome to Part Two of a Three-Part Blog Series focused on the benefits of standing desks.ย 

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Standing desks, also known as height adjustable or sit stand desks, are rising in popularity in offices around the world, and for very good reasons!ย 

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Be sure to read Part One, The History of Standing Desks, before you read on!

When youโ€™re done here, head on over to Part Three:ย Combat sitting with a standing desk!

Standing desks and sit stand desks: whatโ€™s the difference?

โ€˜Standing deskโ€™ is probably the most common term used to describe a sit stand desk or height adjustable desk. Confusingly, a standing desk is occasionally used to describe a standing-only desk as well, which cannot be adjusted at all i.e. it is always in a standing position. Standing-only desks can be inconvenient because you will need a sitting desk as well. Yes, having a standing desk in the office does not mean you are standing all of the time! The benefits of a standing desk are attributed to avoiding a constantly sedentary position โ€“ whether that be sitting or standing.

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Sit stand desks or height adjustable desks are more accurate terms as they quite literally describe a standing deskโ€™s ability to alternate between sitting and standing positions. Modern height adjustable desks can be adjusted in height within seconds, at the push of a button. Conversely, older (and cheaper) adjustable desks need to be manually raised or lowered, which is more time-consuming and inefficient.

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ย In our experience, this generally means theyโ€™re rarely adjusted, thereby negating the purpose of having a standing desk at all!ย 

Adjusting the height on a sit stand desk

Ergomotionโ€™s standing desks are electric sit stand desks that use an ultra-quiet energy efficient motor. These motors are European designed and built to extremely high specifications. They even have multiple memory positions so that you can quickly revert to your ideal sitting and standing height, with minimal fuss. The quick and quiet operation does not disrupt your working flow, and the desk remains totally level, so you donโ€™t have to worry about things on your desk falling over!

These are our Top Tips to think about when making the switch:

* We recommend keeping a supportive chairย on hand, so you can alternate between standing and sitting as and when you need to

* Make sure you have a comfy pair of shoes at work. Heels will offset most of the health benefits of a standing desk!

* Concentrate on standing tall with your shoulders back and relaxed, keeping your head in a neutral position when looking at your computer screen

* Start with small spurts of standing, and gradually work your way up to longer periods as you start to feel more comfortable. Give your body the time it needs to get used to your new routine!

โ€ฆand what about height adjustable desks?

Height adjustable desks are simply another way of describing sit stand or standing desks, describing how they quite literally adjust their height so that you can either sit or stand throughout the day. The memory in the motor can adjust the desk to your perfect standing or sitting height in seconds, and alternating between the two positions offers huge health benefits!ย 

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Did you know that you only burn one calorie a minute by sitting? Stay tuned on the many health benefits associated with a standing desk, as we will cover this off in more detail in Part Three of our final series on standing desks.ย 

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For more information on standing desks,ย get in touch with one of our in-motion furniture experts today. And donโ€™t forget to keep an eye out for our third and final part of the blog series: Health risks of sitting!

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Hereโ€™s Part One

UPDATE: Find Part Three here!

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Guy Director
Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. Ergomotion Director since 2005.

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Fran Prem 29/05/25

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So happy with my new sit/stand desk. The price was very competitive and the quality is excellent. It's very unusual these days to have the level of human to human customer service Guy offered, from the time of ordering all the way to installation. Guy delivered my desk on time, put it together, set up my computer and tidied away the cables. Such a nice person, and a wonderful experience. Would highly recommend.

Pree P 28/03/25

Google
My brother in lawโ€™s glowing recommendation of the ergomotion sit- stand desk that he has been using for a few years now, and specially the service that Guy delivers, piqued my interest. And now I am convert!

From the moment I first interacted with Guy to the day my standing desk arrived, Iโ€™ve been nothing short of impressed. The booking process was incredibly smooth and hassle-free - Guy made everything so simple and straightforward. His customer service was top-notch, with clear communication and genuine helpfulness made the overall process even more amazing. I appreciate how patiently he answered my questions and explained the care instructions for the wooden top.

For the product itself! The standing desk is a game-changer - the attention to detail, premium material used, beautiful design, smooth adjustment all transformed my home office. The craftsmanship is top-notch. What really sets this experience apart is how much I genuinely enjoy using the desk every single day. Would highly recommend!! Thank you ๐Ÿ™

Wesley Dao 12/02/25

Google
Bought a standing desk after looking around at options. Solid wood and Linak frame so all around good quality. Assembly was simple with an electric screwdriver. Guy was very helpful and responsive.

Amanda O 28/01/25

Google
Bought a standing desk and I love it. Quality product at a great price. Amazing service from Guy, who helped explain the desk and accessories for efficient workspace setup. I highly recommend.

Rick Bruce 02/11/24

Google
After doing some due diligence and research into actuators I settled on this unit from ergomotion this unit is so solid and the operation is quite and flawless. The purchasing process and the shipping was absolutely fantastic!! I couldnโ€™t be happier with the product and the entire process, I would highly recommend this companyโ€ฆ. Rick Bruce

Shelley Jensen 07/09/24

Google
Guy (the owner) delivered the desk and set it up quickly. He then gave me a lesson on how to use it and how to get the most out of it. Arrived on time and was absolutely lovely to deal with throughout the whole process. Highly recommend.

clifford sneider 06/09/24

Google
Guy was fantastic and the desk is amazing

Jo Manning 08/08/24

Google
I bought an adjustable desk from Guy a couple of years ago, got great service and good price. Recently we had a tiny issue which could not be fixed over the phone. Guy was more than happy to come out and look at it 2 days later. All fixed! I really appreciated his patience with me and accommodating us so quickly. Great old fashioned service and piece of mind. I love it. I know where to get my second desk when needed. Thank you Guy. Jo Manning

Deborah Hunt 25/07/24

Google
ergomotion were fantastic to deal with. excellent customer service and a great product.

Andrew Pieterse 14/06/24

Google
Great service and really quick shipping. It is great to know that you are getting quality parts from a Scandinavian manufacturer with your standing desk purchase rather than the cheap knock off stuff you get from other major brands. Reasonably priced for the quality too!
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