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If you find it difficult to stand for long period of time (as I did, after purchasing a standing desk) then I implore you to consider getting an under desk trea
by rubicon33 4y ago
If you find it difficult to stand for long period of time (as I did, after purchasing a standing desk) then I implore you to consider getting an under desk treadmill. I went from spending 15-30 minutes a DAY standing, to 4+ hours walking.
Doesn't that make it hard to type, you ask? Well, the posted article does mention this:
> Treadmill, bicycle and elliptical workstations have been tested and typically shown to decrease computer work performance (typing and mousing slows down and significantly more mistakes are made).
But personally, I got used to it quickly and found that my performance on the computer did not decrease at all for programming related tasks, where ultra fine mouse movements are not necessary. If I were trying to play Call of Duty or something, then surely I would not walk.
The one time where I do find sitting to be ideal is when I really need to focus very intently on a task. For example, if it's an entirely new problem domain where I need to read a lot and focus at my maximum attention, then I need to be seated quietly, in a dim room, for a long period of time.
- theonething 4y agoWould you mind sharing which treadmill you use/recommend?
- rubicon33 4y agohttps://www.treadly.co/ https://www.treadly.co/ This is what I use. But, I would encourage you to do some quick searching on Amazon. There are some much cheaper options that may do all you need. Technically the treadly treadmill is for working out / running. It's HUGE attractive feature for me was that I could store it under my bed when company comes over and I need the office to look tidy. Also worth mentioning that I have the treadly model 1 (they're on v2.0) and I've had to send it in twice for repair. It's now out of warranty, and if it fails again I will be screwed. Hence why I've done a quick Amazon search myself and seen that indeed there are some interesting options since my purchase a few years ago.
- theonething 4y agoThanks and sorry, another question if you don't mind. How easy is it (in general, not necessarily fo this model you mention) to transition from walking to sitting and vice-versa? Do you just roll it away and roll in you chair?
- askvictor 4y agoI found that a balance board works relatively well; keeps you moving a bit.
- bckr 4y agoI tried that out but found it very distracting.