3 Reasons to Use a Standing Desk Converter

Here are three reasons you should consider using a standing desk converter when working.

Standing desks are more than just a fad. They provide a better way to work for those who spend the majority of their working hours using a computer. Whether you’re working from home or in a traditional office setting, a standing desk converter is a great option for these three reasons: 

Avoid Excessive Sitting

 

The main reason people choose to purchase a standing desk converter is to avoid hours upon hours of sitting during their working hours. There are numerous scientific studies that discuss the health benefits of standing rather than sitting during the day and that discourage people from spending prolonged amounts of time sitting. Some will even claim that “sitting is the new smoking,” meaning that it’s as harmful to your health as smoking cigarettes. 

In addition, some people just prefer to stand rather than sit, or they may have health issues that prevent them from sitting for long periods of time. If you’ve ever broken your tailbone or have certain types of back problems, you know how painful it can be to sit for hours at a time. 

A standing desk converter is a great solution for those looking to reduce the time they spend sitting, for whatever reason. 

You might be thinking to yourself, “I could never stand for eight hours a day!” To that, we would say, “Don’t knock it until you try it!” You may need to start slow—just working while standing for a few hours a day, and then increasing the time a little each day. Before you know it, you’ll be able to stand during your entire workday, only sitting for lunch and short breaks. It definitely beats the alternative, where you sit for most of the day and only stand up and walk around during occasional breaks. 

Use as an Alternative to a Traditional Desk

Some people who work from home don’t have the luxury of a dedicated office space where they can place a desk. They have to make do with the space and furniture they already have when there just isn’t a place for a work desk. This may mean working from a dining room table, or even the kitchen counter. Since these surfaces often aren’t set up at the optimal height for computer work, a standing desk converter could be the perfect solution. One that is adjustable would be especially handy, since the platform can be raised or lowered depending on the height of the surface on which it is placed. 

In addition, buying a standing desk converter is often more affordable than purchasing an entire desk, making it a great option for those on limited budgets.

Gain More Options

A lot of people like standing desk converters because they give them the option of standing or sitting. With a unit that is compact and easy to fold up and put away, like RLDH’s Alto standing desk converters, you can have a sitting desk when you want it, and a standing desk at other times. You aren’t tied down to one or the other.

Overall, a standing desk is a great addition to any office or home. But you don’t have to take our word for it—read the hundreds of five-star reviews we have on our standing desk products!