Length of sit vs. stand at adjustable desk?
Are there any general guidelines (not hard rules), on how long you should sit vs. stand at an adjustable desk? Especially as you begin to adjust to one. This is in part following up on the answer to Should I get rid of my office chair?. I can see how it will be vary based on personal fitness and situation.
Also, are there any recommendations on foot position and stance while standing? I'm very new to sit-stand desks, and so far I've taken to a squat stance. Part of my issue has been hip mobility and pelvic tilt "butt wink" when performing barbell squats in the gym.
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I don't think there are rules (I'm not even sure that people would follow them) concerning those; however, my goal is to keep moving as much as possible.
First, as best as your back allowstry to sit straight always. Even if you rest your back on the chair, always try to be straight and not slouched. Sitting straight improves your posture as well as works your core muscles. So, my stomach naturally feels contracted without exercising it.
Sometimes, I rock (sideways sometimes, back and forth on others) on my chair. Every hour, I do some crunches as well on my seat. Or I can lift both legs (or alternate them) for a few seconds to work my thighs.
Squatting is good; however, it shouldn't be for an extended period.
Whatever you do, ensure to move your body as much as possible.
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