Adjustable Standing Desks for home and office

  The Covid-19 outbreak has shaken the world upside down, forcing us to change the way we work and live, in every way imaginable. Our universally isolated and socially distant lifestyles can prove to be a real struggle, particularly when it comes to mental health and wellbeing.   Working from home now becomes ‘the norm’—and for many, we know it’s a real challenge. Not all of us are equipped to live in isolation or stay away from people we love, but of course, this is a necessity at the moment until the situation subsides further. But, that doesn’t make it easy.  No matter how creative or productive you may be, maintaining mental wellness can prove challenging in our current climate. Being home can be frustrating: you may feel bored, have insomnia or also feel isolated And then, there is the matter of stress and anxiety.   “It’s OKAY to be scared. Being scared means you’re about to do something really, really brave.” – Mandy Hale We know that stress and anx...

  Let’s start with the overall wellbeing of employees. If their jobs involve them spending long hours sitting behind a desk , then I could begin to wreak havoc with their health if they don’t dedicate some time to exercise and maintain healthy eating habits. Wellbeing isn’t just a ‘nice to have’ along with growth strategies and hitting targets anymore. It should be fully integrated with any company’s agenda. The truth is that if you’re not looking after your employees, you can’t expect them to look after your company and your customers. Ignorance is mutual, and it is the higher managements’ job to set an example. It can be seen that many companies have started seeing wellbeing programmes seriously. 2017 was a milestone year as 70% of US employers introduced them from 58% in 2015. Physical health is the main reason why wellbeing at work matters as their 64% of adults in the UK are classified as overweight or obese. Both cases have a significant impact on absenteeism because of which...

  Why standing desks are emerging as the bold, bright future of remote working More people with sedentary or computer-based jobs are standing up at work —and for good reason. The digital revolution has made remote working not only feasible, but a productive, creative, and cost-effective means of operating across industries. Perks that have, of course, been highlighted by the pandemic. In this brave new remote world, people are searching for the ideal workspace . Having a clean, organised, and inspiring space are essential—but without adopting the right posture, remote workers will run into issues pretty swiftly. The kind of issues that affect mental as well as physical health, stunting productivity in the process. Taking the stand: a sustainable approach to remote working Back to standing. Realising that sitting is now considered the new smoking, droves of remote workers (as well as office-based workers) are choosing to stand up for prolonged periods while working. Standing up at...

  Imagine waking up fresh as a daisy, nailing your working day, and still having plenty of energy to enjoy some well-deserved family time in the evening before heading off to bed content and restful. Sounds good, no? While it may sound like some far-fetched utopian dream, being consistently content and energized is well within your reach—all you have to do is make some tweaks to your lifestyle. Did you know? The average person spends around  nine hours (or more) of their waking day sitting down. That’s a lot when you really think about it.  Our emotions and consciousness are so deeply rooted we space out without realizing, but our subconscious keeps us going. So, ever thought why that happens and what can you do about it? In addition to diet, sleep, and exercise, sitting down for excessive periods of time can have a significant impact on your overall health and wellbeing. In short, if you sit down too much, you will suffer, both physically and mentally. The reason your b...

  So you've decided enough is enough and you won’t take it sitting down anymore but decided to work from a standing desk. Great but what do you look for, how much should you pay, should it be sustainably designed? Not to worry we’re here to help….  Here is a list of 8 things that will help when considering buying a standing desk, we’ve listed them in descending order to outline the most important. Budget As standing desks are an excellent investment for your long-term health and wellness, we’re placing ‘budget’ with least importance. Height adjustable desks alone could set you back from £200 to £3000. If you’re tight on cash and none of these fits your budget, consider a retrofitted standing desk converter. Weight capacity Not all standing desks are designed to hold the average laptop and desktop. If your standing desk is expected to do some heavy lifting, remember to check the maximum weight the standing desk can hold. Ease of assembly and user-friendly Some standing desk re...

   Let’s start with the overall well-being of employees. If their jobs involve them spending long hours sitting behind a desk, then I could begin to wreak havoc with their health if they don’t dedicate some time to exercise and maintain healthy eating habits. Well-being isn’t just a ‘nice to have’ along with growth strategies and hitting targets anymore. It should be fully integrated with any company’s agenda. The truth is that if you’re not looking after your employees, you can’t expect them to look after your company and your customers. Ignorance is mutual, and it is the higher managements’ job to set the example. It can be seen that many companies have started seeing well-being programs seriously. 2017 was a milestone year as 70% of US employers introduced them from 58% in 2015. Physical health is the main reason why wellbeing at work matters as 64% of adults in the UK are classified as overweight or obese. Both cases have a significant impact on absenteeism because of whi...

As we migrate towards an increasingly hyper-connected digital age, remote working is on the rise. COVID-19 has seen us drifting in and out of lockdown for almost a year now, with no clear cut end in sight. But, despite the abundance of stress and challenges the pandemic presents, it has proved the feasibility of remote working. The virus has forced businesses across sectors to digitally transform in recent times—and many are noticing that people are maintaining or even exceeding productivity levels when working from home. While this may be the case, working from home doesn’t suit everyone. If you’re working from home for the foreseeable future and you’re struggling to stay motivated, or your wellbeing levels are starting to dwindle, we have a method that might help. Our ‘M.M.R’ method is simple yet effective and will you maintain your physical wellbeing while staying motivated while working from home. But first, let’s look at the main factors barriers to health and wellbeing when remot...