Walking While Working – The Health Benefits are Endless
Dec
10
2017
Categories:
Active Workplace, Treadmill Desk
Understanding The Active Station Treadmill Desk Control Panel
Oct
11
2017
Categories:
Active Workplace, Treadmill Desk
Understanding The Active Station Treadmill Desk Control Panel
Using The Machine
Step 1: Insert red safety key into the machine
Step 2: Press start button to wake up the machine
Step 3: Adjust the desk height as desired by using the height up and down arrows on the left side of the control panel
Step 4: Press start button to start the treadmill belt (it will start at .6MPH by default)
Step 5: Adjust speed as desired using the up and down speed arrows on the right side of the control panel
Step 6: Walk and work!
Notes:
You can stop the machine at any time and simply stand while working or adjust the desk to allow you to sit while working.
If the red safety key is removed at any time the machine will stop. The removal of this key will cause the machine to stop and reset time, calories, and mileage.
The red safety key cord should always be attached to your clothing while using the machine.
What is a Walking Desk?
Oct
02
2017
Categories:
Active Workplace, Treadmill Desk
Are you staring at a computer screen right now, hunched over at your desk? Well, if you are like many of us you spend a great majority of your time sitting at a desk working tirelessly. Choosing a walking desk is a great way to break out of this routine of spending most of your workday sitting hunched over a computer.
You might be wondering, “What is a walking desk?” While many of us have heard of standing desks, a new phenomenon is overtaking offices everywhere, the walking desk.
The Walking Desk Explained
The walking desk is exactly what is sounds like. It is a desk that allows you to walk while working. The desk comes with a treadmill that allows you to either stand or walk throughout the day. The desk itself is adjustable to best accommodate all heights.
Walking Desk Skeptics
Feeling skeptical? You are probably wondering how it is even possible to work while walking? Well, it is very true that it will take some time to adjust to it. Even standing while working can be a bit of an adjustment, but you will find that in no time at all your are walking your workday away.
Why Choose a Walking Desk?
By walking more throughout your work day you will find that your energy levels and productivity are significantly higher. When we sit at a desk all day long many of us experience that dreaded afternoon slump where we just simply need a nap. However, by continuing to move and walk more, you will find that this need for rest in the afternoon is a thing of the past. The benefits to choosing a walk desk are endless and we know that your body will be thanking you.
