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Standing desks are bad for your health, according to a new study (medicalxpress.com)

submitted 3 weeks ago by Bampot to c/dangerdust

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A new study from Australia involving over 83,000 participants found that prolonged standing may not improve heart health and could even increase the risk of certain circulatory problems.

Researchers discovered that standing for extended periods did not reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. In fact, spending too much time either sitting or standing was linked to a higher risk of problems such as varicose veins and feeling dizzy or lightheaded when you stand up.

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[–] vikingtons 47 points 3 weeks ago (9 children)

I thought the idea was to be able to sit and stand for limited intervals, though I could understand how people might stagnate in practice (I.e. remain stood for hours without realising).

[–] Jakaan 3 points 3 weeks ago

The mat I stand on has a track in the middle for a rubber ball. Keeps my legs moving as I roll it back and forth. I love it.

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