How to Increase Your Productivity by 46% (right now)

Use a standing desk

After reading this post, we’ll see:

  1. Why you should switch to using a standing desk for work.

  2. Other smart ways to add exercise to your lifestyle

TL; DR;

Per studies, your productivity can increase a lot when using standing desks. Plus, there are many health benefits, Make the switch today!

What do the studies say?

If you get a standing desk, your day will go quicker and you'll concentrate better on your work.

(Source)

  • People using sit-stand desks reported feeling healthier.

  • More energy and enthusiasm in their work-related tasks.

  • A decrease in neck and shoulder pain among those using sit-stand desks.

  • Employees using sit-stand desks said they felt they were performing better at work.

(Source)

  • 46% increase in productivity for workers with stand-capable workstations

  • Workers with stand-capable desks sat for about 1.6 hours less per day

  • Productivity differences became larger after the first month of use

Here are a few tips for standing desk newbies:

#1 Start small

Start in small cycles.

Use it for 15 minutes a day, then increase your time until you feel so good at it that you can spend all day there.

#2 Find Your Best Position

Use sites like Pinterest to come up with a ton of creative ideas about how best to set it up or even make one yourself.

#3 Take breaks

Go for a short walk, practice squat or grab a cup of coffee to avoid fatigue or stiffness.

How to get fitter (spending 0 extra minutes):

Adding movement to your existing lifestyle is smart. Because you spend 0 extra minutes but still get fitter every day.

You can extend this idea to a few other activities -

  • Bicycle to the grocery store.

  • Use stairs instead of elevator.

  • Walk around during phone calls.

  • Park away from your destination.

That’s it!!

I hope this concept helps you crush your productivity (and become fitter!) . If you found this helpful, share with someone who will benefit.

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