A recent study indicates that prolonged standing may pose health risks, contradicting the belief that standing desks offer a vital health hack. Conducted by the University of Sydney, the study revealed that standing for more than 2 hours daily can elevate the risk of circulatory diseases like varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis. Data tracked from 83,000 UK adults highlights a notable 11% increase in the risk for every additional 30 minutes of standing after the 2-hour threshold, prompting a reevaluation of our workplace habits.
Standing desks have been lauded as a way to combat a sedentary life and be active at work for decades. And now we're learning that standing itself can be harmful?
For every 30 minutes spent standing after 2 hours, the risk of circulatory disease increased by 11%. This shocking data calls for a reconsideration of our work habits.
The logic was simple: if I was stuck at home all day, I might as well stand for a bit and trick myself into feeling healthier.
Conducted at the University of Sydney, researchers found that over the long term, standing for more than 2 hours a day may increase your risk of developing conditions like varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis.
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