What Is a Sit Stand Stool?

 Have you been finding yourself feeling like your workstation and office chair are lower than your fellow coworkers as of late? There is quite possibly a reasonable explanation for this, as a new unique form of seating has quickly emerged into more workspaces with its growing popularity. This new wave of ergonomic seating is known as sit stand seating. What once began as a trend in industrial work places with assembly or production lines where workers are required to stand for multiple hours throughout the day has now been making its way into more traditional office settings where employees are required to sit for the majority of their work day. The negative health effects associated with sitting for extended periods of time quickly brought upon the need for a healthier work station set up and along came the sit stand stool.

A sit stand stool enables the user to relieve stress when standing for long durations of time. With its small footprint, this stool takes up a limited amount of space making it a viable option for those that have a small office space to work with or spaces where employees work within close proximity of one another. These stools are designed to allow the user to lean back against while standing when they need a break or to sit on when their legs become fatigued. They are armless and comes with stationary rubber glides to keep the chair in place when the user leans back.

With the dramatic growth in popularity over the recent years combined with the increase in demand, there are now many different sit stand models available for purchase. The most popular type is the industrial model, a solid choice for industrial environments where assembly lines are used. Industrial sit stand stools typically feature adjustable seat height, steel frame design, seat angle adjustment, and a puncture resistant seat. Another popular version is the upholstered ergonomic sit stand stool. These are more common in the office environments with their ability to blend in with pre-existing furniture designs and office decor. They also have the ability to adjust the seat height along with the seat angle. A newer model that has been released recently is the saddle sit stand stool allowing the user to lean against the stool or sit in a widened stance to fit the saddle curved seat.

Sit stand stools are best used at extended height work stations or sit stand desks where workers have the option to sit or stand throughout the day. By making it possible to both sit and stand while working, you are then able to gain much more movement and variation throughout the day thereby creating a healthier work environment. This additional movement relieves aching muscles and changes the focus from feeling uncomfortable in an office chair to what should be your main focus, your work! Key benefits of using these specialized stools include better health by pressure relief on the spine and pelvic area, higher energy levels, improved work comfort, higher productivity, better blood circulation, and stronger muscles.

Whether you are looking to find an alternative solution for your uncomfortable outdated office chair or simply want to take part in the ever-growing trend of working at a sit stand work station, a sit stand stool is both a healthy and ergonomic option.

Chelsea Alves is the marketing manager for Sitbetter.com, a company with more than 30 years experience in the office seating and office furniture industry. Dedicated to finding the best chairs for you, at the best price possible, with the best customer service available. For more information on sit stand stools please visit http://www.sitbetter.com/sorted/search/stools/Sit_Stand_Stools/

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4 Reasons You Should Sit and Stand While You Work

Are you tired of being tired after work? Do you want to feel better about your job? If so, take a quick look at these 4 reasons why you should find a way to stand part of the day while you work. It doesn't matter if you put a box on your desk for Zero Dollars or you spend $5,000 for a full size electric desk, the goal is to get you up and moving while you work.

Recent studies have shown a link between sitting in a chair all day and cancer rates. "It's just one more reason to "get up and walk," said Dr. Jay Brooks, chairman of hematology/oncology at Ochsner Health System in Baton Rouge "The message here is like everything in your life. People need to recognize that the things you do every day have consequences. And if you're in a job that does require sitting, that's fine, but any time you can expend energy is good. That's the key."
While there is not a complete study to verify this, I can tell you from my experience that when you feel better physically, you tend to feel better about your work. I had gotten to the point where I was unhappy in my job, but after using an adjustable height desk for just a few weeks, I had this renewed interest in my work.
To avoid health risk you need at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. By standing part of the day it gives you the opportunity to do squats and calf lifts while you are working.
The answer isn't to stand all day either. Hazards Magazine says "Individuals spending most of the day on their feet every working day are at greater risk of health problems including varicose veins, poor circulation and swelling in the feet and legs, foot problems, joint damage, heart and circulatory problems and pregnancy difficulties."

The bottom line is that if you sit all day it's bad. If you stand all day it isn't much better. Like most things in life, moderation is the key. Alternate between standing and sitting though out the day, sitting for a half hour then standing for an hour or so. Rinse and Repeat! Once you are comfortable standing for an hour or so, take things to another level by standing on one leg for a while. Be careful not to over do it, but there are so many different ways to move while you are standing and working.

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