How to Set Up Your Desk Ergonomically for Working or Gaming
With the prospect of years working and gaming at a desk, you must act to reduce your risk of injury. Our comprehensive home-office gear guide, advice on working from home without losing your mind, and how to work out from home can also help you stay healthy. Standing Up “We are designed to be active creatures,” says Ahmad Nassr, an orthopedic spine surgeon at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. “We don't want people to be in one position for a very long time.” The negative impact of sedentary behavior on physical and mental health is clear. “If we can get some degree of cardiovascular activity intermittently throughout the day, that’s even more beneficial.” Walking around the room and stretching every so often can make a big difference.
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