[nickjj]

I've been using a standing desk for about 6 years. It's not the standing alone that's helpful, it's having easy access to movement. Just stretching a bit while standing feels like it helps. I stand about 80% of the time if I had to guess at a percentage.

I also walk a few miles a day, usually early in the morning then again in the afternoon and sometimes in the evening. I'd find a different job if they won't let you step away for 45 minutes in the afternoon, especially if you have a 1 hour lunch. That should be your time.

I also throw in a bunch of push ups and sit ups every day. No exceptions here, at least 50 of each. It's only a few minute time investment.

I wouldn't say I'm the healthiest person in the world but I don't have any random pains and generally feel physically good every day even after doing uncommon strenuous things like moving (30) 60 pound bags of cement from a truck into a wheelbarrow. I did that recently and thought I was going to be destroyed the next day but I didn't even notice.