Could the traditional work desk hold the secret to workplace wellbeing?

Could the traditional work desk hold the secret to workplace wellbeing?

Article by HC Online

JUNE 2016

"It’s no secret there is a strong link between chronic disease and inactivity, yet the dawn of the sitting/standing desk could get your employees back onto their feet and boost workplace wellbeing."

With more Australians working longer hours at the office, HR professionals can play a key role in turning the traditional desk-based office job into a more holistic workspace environment.
 
As workplaces place greater emphasis on employee health and wellbeing, the provision of sitting/standing desks will allow your staff greater choice over how they work, says Stephen Minnett, Director at leading design firm Futurespace
 
Minnett says there are key benefits associated with sitting/standing desks.
 
“Sitting/standing desks contribute to health / wellbeing by allowing people to break up long periods of sitting with periods of standing,” Minnett told HC Online.

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