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Can't beat this drum enough. Consider using a treadmill desk. Alternate between sitting and walking. Moving is better than standing still. See my setup. https:

by akulbe 9y ago

Can't beat this drum enough. Consider using a treadmill desk. Alternate between sitting and walking. Moving is better than standing still. See my setup. https://www.dropbox.com/s/089qqvaa7j5ob77/office_setup.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/089qqvaa7j5ob77/office_setup.jpg I've lost a lot of weight with this setup. Still have a long way to go. I've found the key to concentration is walking slow. It has a max speed of 4MPH (which is way too fast). I walk at a pace of 1.2 - 1.4 mph. I walk in segments of 25 minutes. Break for 5. Longer breaks every 4 cycles. (Pomodoro Technique) I look at this as in investment in my health. It's paid off already, in big ways.

octopoc 9y ago
That is pretty interesting! I have a couple questions: 1. How much does your words per minute drop while on the treadmill? 2. What effect does walking while working have on your mind? I.e., a lot of people (myself included) need to pace to clear our minds. Can you clear your mind on that treadmill? Does walking while working distract you very much?
sinak 9y ago
Similar, but I went a bit overboard with my setup and created a sliding platform for my chair: https://cl.ly/2e3q0B0f2O3o https://cl.ly/2e3q0B0f2O3o
- lllllll 9y ago
  This is amazing. Care to share more specifics? Eg. total cost, treadmill brand/model that allows for the platform, etc.
verylittlemeat 9y ago
The difference between a treadmill desk and a standing desk is as dramatic as a standing desk and a traditional desk. I have been using a treadmill desk for 2 years and it one of the best purchases I ever made. I set a goal for myself to walk a measly 2 miles a day at any pace. This small bit of exercise often ends up setting the tone for my entire day. It's a baseline accomplishment that helps me control my diet, go to the gym more often and be more proactive in most aspects of my life. It's sort of like having good sleep hygiene. It's not going to solve all your problems directly but it has a noticeable effect on almost everything you do.

by akulbe 9y ago

octopoc 9y ago

That is pretty interesting! I have a couple questions: 1. How much does your words per minute drop while on the treadmill? 2. What effect does walking while working have on your mind? I.e., a lot of people (myself included) need to pace to clear our minds. Can you clear your mind on that treadmill? Does walking while working distract you very much?

sinak 9y ago

Similar, but I went a bit overboard with my setup and created a sliding platform for my chair: https://cl.ly/2e3q0B0f2O3o https://cl.ly/2e3q0B0f2O3o

lllllll 9y ago
This is amazing. Care to share more specifics? Eg. total cost, treadmill brand/model that allows for the platform, etc.

verylittlemeat 9y ago

The difference between a treadmill desk and a standing desk is as dramatic as a standing desk and a traditional desk. I have been using a treadmill desk for 2 years and it one of the best purchases I ever made. I set a goal for myself to walk a measly 2 miles a day at any pace. This small bit of exercise often ends up setting the tone for my entire day. It's a baseline accomplishment that helps me control my diet, go to the gym more often and be more proactive in most aspects of my life. It's sort of like having good sleep hygiene. It's not going to solve all your problems directly but it has a noticeable effect on almost everything you do.