Keep on moving

Reports today on how that inactivity is a deadly as smoking seem obvious enough-exercise is good for you right?-but whilst we may get out for a brisk walk or run around the park research from Australia suggests that a day sat in the office could be just as bad for you.  Sitting down too long increases your risk of dying, even if you are already physically active. 

The stand up workplace could provide a solution allowing workers to be mobile.  Humanscale's Float table changes height enabling rapid change between sitting and standing.  Humanscale, whose strap line is "creating a more comfortable place to work" specialise in ergonomically designed products to improve the experience of desk bound workers.

Have a look at their recommendations for a Healthy Workstation