There are fixed standing desks that are a certain height and don't move up or down, but the standing desks I recommend are all adjustable. The electric ones lower and raise at the push of a button, some even having memory settings for several different heights, while the manual ones have a crank or other mechanism you move to raise or lower the desktop. You'll want to check the minimum and maximum height on each desk, as they will all be different, to ensure it will be comfortable for your sitting and standing height.

The specific height of your standing desk largely depends on your own height. If you're a shorter individual, you'll want to make sure it can adjust to a low standing height, and for taller people, you'll want it to be able to go higher. One of the biggest things we learned when switching to a standing desk is that ideally, the desk will sit where your elbows can rest comfortably at a 90-degree angle and your monitor is directly in front of your face so you're not straining your neck. This will have the least amount of wear and tear on your body while standing.

If you're looking to lose weight, a standing desk alone may not help. Where the benefits do come in is by decreasing the amount of time your body is sedentary and improving your productivity. It's especially helpful for those who feel like sitting at their desk all day gives them neck and/or back pain. When struggling with these issues, you may find that a standing desk is very worth the cost.Something to keep in mind with a standing desk is that standing for long periods can wear on the feet and legs as you get used to it. You'll want to be sure you're switching to sitting every once in a whi