Finally, A Stand-Up Desk You Can Actually Afford

Because the dangers of "sitting disease" are very real.

Eureka Ergonomic Height-Adjustable Standing Desk Converter

By now, you’ve probably heard about the scary dangers of so-called "sitting disease." Long story short, research shows that spending most of your day parked like a houseplant—like in front of your computer at the office—puts you at risk for obesity, heart disease, and diabetes (not to mention back, neck, and shoulder pain). And lest you think hitting the gym will save you, science says exercising regularly won't necessarily undo the damage of spending the day on your butt. Yikes.

One way to make your 9-to-5 just a little bit healthier is to use a standing desk. Several Women's Health editors use a standing desk, myself included—and I can personally report that using one has boosted my energy levels, improved my productivity, and helped soothe my achy neck. And even though research shows standing burns only nine more calories per hour than sitting, one of our editors says she lost five pounds simply because it's harder to snack while standing.

Women's Health answers the question: is sitting really bad for you?

Problem is, many employers don't provide standing desks, and buying one for yourself can set you back hundreds of dollars. Today, though, Amazon's Deal of the Day is the Eureka Ergonomic Height-Adjustable Standing Desk Converter. Normally $499, today it's $239.20 (52 percent off). That's probably less than you spend on lunch every month.

Buy it: $239.20 (normally $499),

We haven't tested this particular desk, but the specs are promising. The two-tiered, space-maximizing device sits on top of your existing desk and uses a gas lift mechanism to raise your monitor and keyboard to the exact right height for you. It can hold up to 35 pounds, so not only can it hold your computer, but it can handle your coffee, books, speakers, and whatever else you might need.

This deal lasts until the end of today.

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