Are standing desks worth it?

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  • Are standing desks worth it?
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Komentáře • 151

  • @fmango
    @fmango Před rokem +213

    Yes.
    After 10 hours sitting with no break, it's good to stretch a bit

    • @flexispotus
      @flexispotus Před rokem +10

      yeah alternative sitting and standing will help to be more comfortable and productive

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +6

      100% Agree! Movement is good for you!

    • @TrixR4kids
      @TrixR4kids Před rokem +2

      What chair do you have

  • @HonestYohan
    @HonestYohan Před rokem +80

    I work from home and am setting up for hours of streaming on my off time. I absolutely love my UpLift desk (V2 72x30). It makes a world of difference for my days at work where I have to spend 90% of my time at the desk! Having a good standing pad also helps. I really want to get a motion board so I can move my hips a bit when standing too.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +2

      Yea I honestly need to use the desk more for what it is. Those boards do look awesome.

  • @whatisiswhatable
    @whatisiswhatable Před rokem +30

    Even if all it’s good for is getting the perfect sitting height, it’s better than a static desk

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +1

      I couldn't agree more!!!!

    • @floatingchimney
      @floatingchimney Před 8 měsíci +1

      They do cost as high as 10x the price of a fixed height desk though.

    • @whatisiswhatable
      @whatisiswhatable Před 8 měsíci

      @@floatingchimney Sure but many of them are overpriced. There are great cheaper alternatives. The route I took though was just buying the standing legs and building a custom table top. I saved hundreds

    • @pandadoublexl
      @pandadoublexl Před 5 měsíci

      Buying a sit stand desk just to adjust the sitting height is absurd lmao

    • @whatisiswhatable
      @whatisiswhatable Před 5 měsíci

      @@pandadoublexl weird of you to feel that way. Best investment I’ve made. And the standing part is overrated. The adjusted sitting height has helped my back immensely.

  • @basicallymid
    @basicallymid Před 10 měsíci +6

    It's also great having a desk that fits you comfortably when sitting too. I can lower it so I have an appropriate true 90 degree elbow AND knee angle.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 10 měsíci +5

      Yea that is exactly why I got a sit stand desk so I can sit more ergonomically.

  • @trainsofnorway9664
    @trainsofnorway9664 Před rokem +29

    My grandfather has a standdesk at his job, he really likes it.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +4

      They are honestly 100% worth it for sure!

    • @tf-ok
      @tf-ok Před 7 měsíci +1

      What kind of job is your grandpa doing?

    • @trainsofnorway9664
      @trainsofnorway9664 Před 7 měsíci

      @@tf-ok he does accounting

  • @JDWitherspoon
    @JDWitherspoon Před rokem +17

    Dat cable management tho 😅 haha hope ur good

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +4

      Not my man coming for me for cable management 🤣 believe me it is much better now! I’ve been well hope you are doing good as well man!

  • @brendanwhipple6787
    @brendanwhipple6787 Před rokem +6

    Got a standing desk for work, and for me there's no question about it. I can't go back. Last year or so with it is better than anything else BY FAR and it's just a cheap one from Costco

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +1

      Oooo has no idea they sold them!

  • @fluffytg
    @fluffytg Před 10 měsíci +4

    I was just looking to buy a sit stand desk

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 10 měsíci

      Totally worth it! I need to do a more in depth video to explain why I like it.

  • @Spike-qh2bb
    @Spike-qh2bb Před rokem +8

    Yes, didn't cost that much on sale either bought the Flexispot E7 it's amazing.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +3

      Wouldn't mind finding more budget friendly options to suggest to people!

    • @renstal7638
      @renstal7638 Před 5 měsíci

      @@IAmBPalahave you found any more budget friendly options you’d recommend yet? I haven’t gone and checked yet, but engagement!

  • @MissCookie8260
    @MissCookie8260 Před rokem +2

    Building mine to be 7' wide to fit over my king bed. Adding a power supply for easy charging.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      That actually sounds dope! I hope it turns out awesome.

  • @maximusaurelius9906
    @maximusaurelius9906 Před rokem +2

    Have you considered setting a reminder several times a day to encourage you to switch to stand up mode? Or is there a way to connect the up and down controls to a timer? Then you could simply turn the timer off when you have a meeting.

    • @idkidk2573
      @idkidk2573 Před rokem

      That's a good idea

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      I just try and remember or during stream I have it as a channel point redeem.

  • @flexispotus
    @flexispotus Před rokem +2

    Cooooooool setup

  • @astaraelgames
    @astaraelgames Před rokem +1

    Yes, I need one!

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      So happy to have it to be honest!

  • @digitalagebusiness
    @digitalagebusiness Před rokem +2

    What are those lights in your content setup? Look like small led panels but with a cover of sorts to soften it up.
    Nice setup all round

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +1

      Thank you! The panel lights on the wall are Nano Leaf lights! They are awesome and I love them!

    • @digitalagebusiness
      @digitalagebusiness Před rokem +1

      @@IAmBPala sorry I meant the white lights which are on stands 😄

  • @kaedeschulz5422
    @kaedeschulz5422 Před 8 měsíci

    As long as you are not doing anything that needs speakers yes. If you need speakers and need them to perform well that doesn't work as tha massive height difference also massively changes acoustics.

  • @shireen1504
    @shireen1504 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Can you please help me with the exact measurements of your desk? I am looking to buy one, and I need to fit 3 monitors, 2 laptops. Looks like yours is the perfect one! Thanks in advance.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 10 měsíci

      All depends on the table top size you put. I believe mine is 74 inches long and I have 2 PCs on it, 3 monitors, and other desk accessories.

  • @tonythegreat4275
    @tonythegreat4275 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I need this ❤

  • @Asdasty
    @Asdasty Před rokem +1

    Aa a software developer who works from home and spends 8-10 hours a day working, and then a few more after that for games, series, CZcams etc, this would definitely be worth it for me.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 11 měsíci

      I WFH now and I stream, create content, etc and this comes in clutch so often.

  • @AlexZR2
    @AlexZR2 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Cable management could use some work 😏

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 6 měsíci

      What’s that? Haven’t heard of it 😂

  • @thahzjj1
    @thahzjj1 Před 10 měsíci +1

    standing really isn't the selling point for me. The real selling point is the ability to find your most efficient gaming posture. I've had a few desk and chair setups that were either slightly to high or low. I can get the best ratio with this type of desk

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 8 měsíci +1

      That is also an awesome reason for sure!

  • @iamisaac
    @iamisaac Před 8 měsíci +1

    what table are you using to hold up your second desktop on the side?? nice setup btw!!

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Got it on Amazon! If you paste this it should lead you there! (also this is an affiliate link): amzn.to/48JW3ai

  • @Justfriends365
    @Justfriends365 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I got one from streamstop and I have to say I can’t fault it ❤

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 5 měsíci

      Truly is an awesome keyboard!

  • @Dante_yoboi
    @Dante_yoboi Před 7 měsíci

    I neeeeeed that desk

  • @DahliaTheHologram
    @DahliaTheHologram Před 10 měsíci +2

    I recently implemented the ability to stand at my desk while streaming, and I love it. I feel like I'm able to stay energized through the whole stream much easier while I'm standing. Awesome short! Thanks for bringing attention to this.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 8 měsíci +1

      I have a point redemption too so people can make me stand at my desk during stream but I also feel like when I get tired or start zoning out I make sure to stand for a bit!!!

  • @eannpatawaran6730
    @eannpatawaran6730 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hi, what kind of tabletop did you get from home depot? Was it ready to assemble?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 6 měsíci

      It was not I had to shelac it, drill holes and such. It was an island counter top.

  • @BrennahAdrianna
    @BrennahAdrianna Před rokem +1

    Nice Nessie … 😅 be careful papa would be proud 😂

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      Oooooo Nessie is amazing!!!

  • @JuanmaDC
    @JuanmaDC Před rokem +1

    Where did you buy the Bulbasaur figure??? 😮

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      Use this link and it will bring you right to it and give me credit! Unless you already got it then sorry it took so long! amzn.to/3pfwAn6

  • @XeraXeon
    @XeraXeon Před 5 měsíci +1

    Oof those cables need better management

  • @adogap8185
    @adogap8185 Před rokem +1

    What kind of table or stand are you using for the PC that isn't on the desk?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      So I used a regular end table thing from Ikea, but now I put them both on my desk and show an update!

  • @GarrettTheCarrot
    @GarrettTheCarrot Před rokem

    Name of the block?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      It is the hardwood birch unfinished butcher block: www.homedepot.com/p/HARDWOOD-REFLECTIONS-6-ft-L-x-25-in-D-Unfinished-Birch-Solid-Wood-Butcher-Block-Countertop-With-Eased-Edge-BBCT152574C/301812823

    • @GarrettTheCarrot
      @GarrettTheCarrot Před rokem

      @@IAmBPala thank you so much!!! :D

  • @thenman23
    @thenman23 Před rokem +2

    why did you get the wood part from home depot

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      It is made out of real wood and not veneer. Essentially it will last longer.

  • @gz625
    @gz625 Před rokem +4

    The truth is - standing is almost same harmful as sitting. You need to move and be active all the time.

    • @ToastyEpic
      @ToastyEpic Před rokem +1

      Yes buy an exercise trampoline and jump on it while your at your computer 👍

    • @hilal8461
      @hilal8461 Před rokem

      @@ToastyEpic u can get those tiny treadmills and walk at 1mph. It actually gets u really focused when u get used to it

  • @user-zj2st3sm6g
    @user-zj2st3sm6g Před 9 měsíci

    Black would look better

  • @starzzyt3788
    @starzzyt3788 Před rokem +6

    Please for heavens sake fix those cables

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      What’s wrong with the cables? 😏

  • @Samurai6string85
    @Samurai6string85 Před rokem +2

    Get a walking treadmill for your desk as well, makes a HUGE difference

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      I want too! I might if I gain weight but they seem pricey for right now.

  • @3choblast3r4
    @3choblast3r4 Před 7 měsíci

    I have one, and I kinda regret not getting a regular desk. First of all I will never really use it standing up. And it's a nightmare with cable management since now you need cables that have to all be long enough for desk if you want to use it standing. But more improtantly, I cheaped out and got the most affordable one on amazon, which was on sale during black friday. The top plate is like cm thick and it's holding a monitor gas lift arm and a prett heavy, very expensive monitor. The plate is also made fom multiple pieces so I'm really worried it's gonna end up breaking after a while and I'm gonna have a very expensive, broken monitor. I'm planing on buying a new desk, but I just need it to be relatively low. I feel like most people buying this just buy it because "it's kinda cool and maybe I'll stand sometimes" .. you likely wont and if it's a desk wtih a lot of equipment on it you wil likely regret it. It's why this guy's PC is on his desk and not on the floor, because the cables likely wouldn't reach that far, and even if it does you might attach something shorter and forget about it, then raise the desk one day and have the cord pull and damage your pc etc.
    ps. I mainly got it because I wanted my desk to be adjustable so I could sit in a proper 90 degree posture. Turns out, I'm just using it on the absolute lowest setting and I would actually prefer it to be a cm or two lower but it doewsn't go any lower lol
    I also have an extremely similar chair to yours (sihoo m18). Absolutely love the chair, insanely comfortable, I use the lumbard support on its lowest settting and one unfortunate thing is that the chair has started squeaking

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 6 měsíci

      I got a 3 stage sit stand desk so it would go lower

    • @3choblast3r4
      @3choblast3r4 Před 6 měsíci

      @@IAmBPala Damn I didn't even know those existed. Mine goes to 72cm at its lowest. Which isn't bad. But a few more cm would have been much better for gaming.
      Still, I have no need for a standing desk and will never use it standing.

  • @thisguy2973
    @thisguy2973 Před 10 měsíci

    I have a standing desk and it doesn’t necessarily help me out. A lot of research has been done that shows it’s actually worse for you to stand a lot during the day. Your body needs overall rest rather than converting to a standing desk.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 10 měsíci +1

      In theory the best thing to do is keep moving and changing positions. It is proven that the body likes to stay in motion so blood flows and keeps moving to the muscles and rest of the body. You can get chairs that are meant for this.

  • @sebas08a
    @sebas08a Před rokem +1

    do you have to connect it always? can you disconnect it while you are standing up?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 11 měsíci

      Connect what? Sorry I am confused.

  • @harrym2011
    @harrym2011 Před 11 měsíci +1

    What chair do you have?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 10 měsíci

      In this video, it was the autonmous chair but, I switched to Herman Miller Aeron.

  • @ejjohnson8100
    @ejjohnson8100 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for saying how long your desk is! Sweet setup!

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +1

      Thank you! Took me years to get this where it is haha def wasnt over night! Build it little by little.

  • @Nctrnlhyp
    @Nctrnlhyp Před 7 měsíci +1

    How much

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 6 měsíci

      I think when all was said and done around $500ish or a little more? This was years ago.

  • @mountainmover777
    @mountainmover777 Před rokem +2

    Wow, the hydraulics are pretty awesome! I just bought a bar stool for when I'm tired of standing.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +2

      That is a solid idea! I want one of those Hapisco chairs or whatever it is called. The ones that you are supposed to move around in.

  • @hayleynguyen8575
    @hayleynguyen8575 Před rokem

    What’s the depth of your butcher block?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      Might be like 27? It is pretty shallow to be honest.

  • @BZBGaming13
    @BZBGaming13 Před rokem +1

    Try to work on the cable management

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +1

      Nah, I love seeing a beautiful mess of cables like a web of tech just spanning across my entire desk. It’s art 👌🏻

  • @Gusto_UFO
    @Gusto_UFO Před rokem

    When you play FPS does it move too much In standing position?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      Honestly, I have a redemption for me to stand on my stream, and playing Apex it has never bothered me. It sways a little but I also now have 2 pcs and the big butcher block on it so. But overall def can game with an FPS at standing height.

  • @sanjayortiz
    @sanjayortiz Před 4 dny

    What's the size of that table top?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 3 dny

      14 inch! Totally worth it!

    • @sanjayortiz
      @sanjayortiz Před 3 dny

      @@IAmBPala and the length please?
      x*14 inches

  • @stephoso
    @stephoso Před rokem

    🥴 idk, you didn’t tell if the cost so how are we suppose to know if it’s worth it.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      Cost varies and there are so many brands that have one so, this was more of a in general. BTW mine cost prob close to $600

  • @andreistiopei4756
    @andreistiopei4756 Před rokem +1

    Wow

  • @jacquelynnacopoulos1278
    @jacquelynnacopoulos1278 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Hello, Congratulations Cool 👍👏👏👏👏. Awesome I am impressed.

  • @Dante_yoboi
    @Dante_yoboi Před 7 měsíci +1

    What desk is it 😫

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 6 měsíci

      It is an uplift commercial version DIY kit

  • @ELWISoooYAKUZA94
    @ELWISoooYAKUZA94 Před 3 měsíci

    it only houses 1 pc your second is not supported by slab or frame ergo doesnt support

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 3 měsíci

      Switched it now to where both are on it and still no issue

  • @user-go6is1zq2e
    @user-go6is1zq2e Před 3 měsíci

    the desk shakes a lot

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 2 měsíci

      Eh its not that bad. I got two PCs on it now and I game standing up and I got no issues. Does wobble a bit but, nothing that is too much to deal with.

  • @DannyBoyShorts
    @DannyBoyShorts Před rokem +1

    Can you please share the link of the butcher block you used? I am looking to buy one myself. And did you do any sanding?

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      I did very light sanding after applying the shellac to it and that was it. I used a terry cloth to clean the dust off of it afterwards. Here is the link! www.homedepot.com/p/HARDWOOD-REFLECTIONS-6-ft-L-x-25-in-D-Unfinished-Birch-Solid-Wood-Butcher-Block-Countertop-With-Eased-Edge-BBCT152574C/301812823

  • @flok.3377
    @flok.3377 Před rokem +1

    How long is ur desk? 2 meters?

  • @fish5645
    @fish5645 Před rokem

    Just to note sitting for a long time isn't good for you but standing at a desk ISN'T "healthy" either. Healthy is you taking a break every hour, walk around your space/home get a drink maybe step outside if you can and get 5 mins of fresh air. Standing desks are nice but it won't fix anything you can't already do with a normal one.

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 11 měsíci

      I mean, you dont NEED a sit stand desk but its nice to have to alternate standing and sitting for sure. Sometimes you cant stop and step away as often as you want to.

  • @xXHelsingGamingXx
    @xXHelsingGamingXx Před 11 měsíci

    Stand desk outs strain on your knee specially if you are overweight

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 10 měsíci

      It is healthy to keep your body moving, so standing even for short periods of time could be good unless you have some sort of medical condition that makes standing dangerous for you etc. But keeping the body in motion is important.

  • @hotbabyboyt22
    @hotbabyboyt22 Před rokem

    fawk is standing up gunna help with being productive like what no

  • @user-dq9or9yr5b
    @user-dq9or9yr5b Před 11 měsíci

    Price of the desk

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 10 měsíci

      When it was all said and done prob around $800

  • @BurpVR
    @BurpVR Před rokem

    Can you g8ve me the link

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před 11 měsíci

      This is what I have www.upliftdesk.com/uplift-v2-standing-desk-frame/

  • @kripperino
    @kripperino Před rokem +4

    yikes cables 🤣

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem +3

      I have LITERALLY been waiting for someone to say this 😂 I posted this everywhere and no one mentioned it 😂 thank you 🙏🏻

    • @kripperino
      @kripperino Před rokem +2

      @@IAmBPala thanks for the nice video though, i might have to get the uplift too now!

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      @@kripperino honestly love mine! Not sponsored either. It’s def a quality desk, built well, strong, really enjoy it.

  • @elmourfer8430
    @elmourfer8430 Před rokem

    Bro u need some more cable management

  • @davefischer2344
    @davefischer2344 Před rokem +1

    Better for your spine

    • @IAmBPala
      @IAmBPala  Před rokem

      I try to do an hour sitting and then an hour standing to help with moving around and such.

    • @davefischer2344
      @davefischer2344 Před rokem

      @@IAmBPala yea I gotta do that I just live in such a loud place in nyc so I get distracted then my rhythm gets all screwed up

  • @SalandFindles
    @SalandFindles Před rokem

    0:00

  • @IamtheMan1111
    @IamtheMan1111 Před 2 měsíci

    What you need is to let your brain rest first

  • @IoniB
    @IoniB Před rokem

    It's 1 PC

  • @ohroobz
    @ohroobz Před 6 měsíci

    Get some cable management

  • @caxyboigaming3341
    @caxyboigaming3341 Před rokem

    /e pin