According to a recent Mashable poll, when people were asked the question “What do you think of stand-up desks?” 64% of respondents said they’d like to try one. If you’re like the overwhelming majority of people polled and are considering trying out a stand-up desk, we suggest you consider some of these less expensive options before running out to spend $3,995 on the amazing Ergo Duet.

Adjustable Computer Table by Mayline

Retail Price: $239.00

Dimensions: 32” W x 31” D x 50” H

Stand-Up Adjustable Height Workstation by Safco

Retail Price: $236.99

Dimensions:  29 1/2″ W x 22″ D x 35 – 49″ H

Stand-Up Height Workstation with LCD Mount by Buddy

Retail Price: $226.99

Dimensions: 20” W x 29” D x 56” H

Stand-Up Workstation by Safco

Retail Price: $167.99

Dimensions: 29-1/2” W x 22” D x 45” H

Stand-Up Workstation with Beveled Edge by Buddy

Retail Price: $163.99

Dimensions: 32” W x 31” D x 50” H

Reasons why standing up at a desk is better than sitting:

• According to Medical Billing & Coding’s Infographic: Sitting 6+ hours per day makes you up to 40% likelier to die within 15 years than someone who sits less than 3, even if you exercise.
• Burn more Calories. Want to know exactly how many more calories? Use this calculator to find out.
• Many testimonies from articles and posts online have suggested that standing up at your desk will decrease feeling of sluggishness and increase productivity.
• Improve stability and strengthen leg and back muscles.

We recommend that before you start using a stand-up desk, you adjust the desk to proper height. Here is an article on how to measure the perfect standing desk height.

Unless you are used to standing on your feet for 6-8 hours a day, making the switch from sitting to a stand-up desk won’t be pain-free. This post explains how to properly make the transition.

If you have any suggestions for stand-up desks under $250 then please send them to: Shawn.Ryan@clearlink.com