Do you spend most of your day Sitting down? You’re not alone. According to research from the British Heart Foundation, today’s office workers spend as much as 75% of their time sitting down. That’s 67 hours per week. 

Whether you’re watching TV in the evening or sitting behind a Desk during the day, sitting is a part of our daily lives - but too much of it can be damaging. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of Standing more, both from a weight loss and general health perspective. 

Do you burn more calories standing than sitting?

According to the NHS, sitting for too long can increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cancer - and it could make you more likely to suffer an early death. But what about weight loss - can standing more make a difference?

It absolutely can. Whether you’re looking to lose weight or simply keep it off, standing more during the day is a win-win. Standing more has been shown to speed up the metabolism, making it easier for our bodies to metabolise (or process) fat. 

The net result? Standing burns more calories than sitting. We’re not saying it’s the sole answer to your weight loss goals, but incorporating more standing time into your day can certainly help you get where you want to be. 

How to stand more during the day

There are a number of different ways to achieve this, some of which are more self-explanatory (and obvious) than others. Here are a few things you can try.

• Set reminders on your phone to prompt you to get up from your desk or sofa and have a walk around.
• If you use public transport, spend some or all of the journey standing instead of sitting.
• Spend more time outside in the evenings. When the weather’s nice enough, go for a walk and enjoy the fresh air instead of watching Netflix - your favourite series will still be there when you get back!
• Stand up while you’re working instead of sitting all day. If you have an office job, a sit-stand desk is perfect for this. 

Our range of sit-stand desks

A recent innovation that’s transforming the workplace is the height adjustable desk, otherwise known as a sit-stand desk. They allow you to effortlessly switch between standing and sitting while you work, and many even deliver audible reminders to tell you when it’s time to stand or sit! 

We’ve got a wide variety of different models to choose from here at Back Care Online. Take a look at the full range and order yours online today.