Work-related stress is exhausting. Not only can it cause anxiety, illness, and the occasional talking in your sleep, it can be a barrier to enjoying your job. We put together some tips on managing stress at work so you enjoy your job more and feel better when you step away from your desk. 1. Breath - […]
This blog post was guest-written by Industrial/Organizational Psychologist, Brodie Gregory, . Cognitive dissonance occurs when our actions are inconsistent with our attitudes or beliefs. This morning I had a healthy dose of cognitive dissonance when I started writing this blog post sitting down. Needless to say, I quickly shifted to my standing desk to avoid cognitive […]
When I was a kid, I loved walking to school. Maybe it was the relief of not having to take the school bus - jostling for the perfect seat, the bumpy ride, the windows that wouldn’t open. Maybe it was the feeling of freedom of being outside. Although it’s easy to hop in the car […]
As a mother, wife, business owner, friend, and daughter, my days can feel crazy. I want to do it all and do it all well. Some days though it can feel overwhelming. How am I going to make sure the homework gets done, the emails get sent, the blog post gets written, the babysitter (for […]
It’s been three months since you resolved to eat better, lose weight, and exercise more. How have you done inthose three months? Chances are that your New Years resolution did not work out quite as you planned. We get it! Life gets in the way of even the best laid plans. Fortunately Spring is a great time to […]
We spend eight or more hours a day in our office space. Our office becomes a second home to us, and it’s important to feel comfortable and enjoy the time you spend there. Offices come in different shapes and sizes, but all could be customized to give you a place that you love spending time in, […]
Rebel Desk is reimagining the way that we work. You don’t have to be stuck in a chair. You don’t have to feel like you want a nap at 3 pm. You don’t have to gain weight just because you have a desk job. You can work at a standing desk or a walking desk. […]
In case a name like “Kathleen” didn’t give it away, I have some strong Irish roots. St. Patrick’s Day always has been a big deal for me and my family. From the goofy green plastic hats and glittery shamrock necklaces to soda bread, fried fish, and lots of potatoes — St. Patty’s Day holds a […]
Between commutes, couches, and computers, we have become a sedentary society. The rise in sedentary behavior and the resulting health consequences was one of the main motivators for Rebel Desk’s founders when they decided to create their own treadmill desk and standing desk solutions. One survey of daily activity showed that people spend a remarkable 21 hours being sedentary. Given […]
Why Getting a Treadmill Desk is Good for Business Written By Stephanie Burns of Chic CEO Getting a treadmill desk has made a significant impact on my daily productivity. I actually get a little sad when I sit down after walking for a few hours and that naturally made me curious. I got a treadmill desk because I knew […]