44 is the new 40, and we’re not talking about age. We’re talking about the amount of work week hours. A new report has been released discussing the amount of hours in the average work week across the United States. The bottom line: Americans are working more than ever. In all 30 of America’s largest cities, the work […]
Musicians, film buffs, entrepreneurs, and foodies are ascending on Austin, Texas right now for the start of South by Southwest (SXSW). Rebel Desk will be there so be sure to keep an eye out for our famous “Sitting Sucks” t-shirts! If you are lucky enough to be going, you probably are looking forward to some […]
One of the most common questions that we are asked is: “Will I be able to concentrate on a treadmill desk?” People understandably have concerns that they will be distracted by walking and unable to focus on their work. Fortunately, walking at a treadmill desk not only leaves you feeling better after a long day of work, it […]
Do you try to head to the gym after work to add some activity into your day? If you are feeling guilty for spending most of the day in your desk chair and hope that an hour of cardio will make up for that, scientists are saying exercise won’t make up for being sedentary. In […]
With the growing movement to sit less at work, there are more options to stay active in the office than ever before. Growing numbers of companies are adding wellness programs that encourage and incentivize employees to join gyms, have walking meetings, and track their activity through wearable devices such as FitBit. More people are seeking active workstations as well. These […]
Author Tory Johnson Shares Her Treadmill Desk Obsession, Attributes It To Her Life-Changing Weight Loss and Happiness Washington, DC (PRWEB) October 08, 2014 October 7th, 2014: Rebel Desk, makers of adjustable-height desks and treadmill desks, recently had morning news anchors picking up the pace when author and entrepreneur Tory Johnson stopped in to promote her new […]
*This post was written by Rebel Desk CEO, Kathleen Hale and first published on LinkedIn. Have you seen the human hamster wheel? Yes, I said human hamster wheel. It is what is sounds like - a large wheel that a person can walk inside of while remaining in the same position. Just like, well, a […]
Many of you know Tory Johnson from her great Deals & Steals segment on Good Morning America. You might not know that Tory has a treadmill desk from Rebel Desk herself and that she uses it as part of her new, healthy lifestyle! For her whole life,Tory struggled with weight. When a television executive told her that she […]
Not so long ago, your mother was reminding you not to slouch in your seat during dinner. She also held the front door open for you to get some fresh air and play with the neighbors kids. These days, your boss doesn’t walk in and tell you to take a break for fresh air, and your […]
Is your office safe? Look around. Do you see lots of people sitting for long stretches of time? If so, then a group of Australian scientists would say that you’re in unsafe territory! An article recently published in the Medical Journal of Australia declares that the rise of computer work is putting office workers at risk. […]