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Posted by Gavin Bradley | August 8, 2022
Health chief Matt Hancock is a standing desk convert
Health Secretary Matt Hancock says every business should encourage employees to use sit-stand desks, just like him.
“I know from personal experience that having a standing desk can help you get some exercise and improve your productivity at work,” the UK’s Secretary of State for Health Matt Hancock told the ISPAH global conference on physical activity this week.
He urged employers to offer staff the chance to use standing desks like our Yo-Yo DESK® in order raise activity levels and avoid the health risks of sedentary working habits.
“Workplaces can make a difference: encouraging breaks, offering standing desks, having standing meetings - which in my experience tend to finish quicker too,” Mr Hancock said.
He also encouraged GPs, schools and parents to take action on the national inactivity crisis: “Our message should be that movement is medicine.”
Musculoskeletal problems are to blame for nine million lost working days every year, with increasing numbers of desk-bound staff suffering health problems exacerbated by spending too much time seated.
In addition to the physical benefits of adopting sit-stand working practices, the mental health benefits are also proven. Staff who alternate between sitting and standing report greater productivity, creativity and motivation, as well as reduced stress and fatigue.
A study of NHS workers reported in the BMJ last week established that those using standing desks were happier and healthier, reporting less anxiety, raised energy levels, greater levels of engagement and improved job performance.
Mr Hancock’s call to action is reported in the Daily Mail, the Daily Telegraph and Metro among others.
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Yo-Yo DESK®’s is leading a workplace revolution to convert unhealthy sedentary offices to active, healthy, and productive workplaces. Over the last 10 years we have expanded the UK’s favourite range of standing desks.
Yo-Yo DESK® is now the UK’s #1 brand for standing desks and continues to expand in other EU markets
Our founder, Gavin Bradley, is the UK’s thought leader on all things Active Working® CIC, and founder of a community interest company dedicating much of his time to the non-profit work behind the Get Britain Standing® and On Your Feet Britain® campaigns.
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Our desks are high quality, durable and stylish. Made in Britain, we also offer a free installation service and warranty of up to seven years. You can also test out any solution with our 30-day Money Back Guarantee. We have the widest range of standing desks & ergonomic desk converters to suit all workplaces, whether WFH or WFO.
Our desk converters can be used straight out of the box; and our standing desks can be fully customised to your requirements and installed free of charge.
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Your standing desk and desk accessories are shipped speedily, our delivery commitment is 1-2 days for all Yo-Yo DESK® standing desk solutions (mainland UK). No one makes it easier for you to join the “workplace revolution” and keep moving to a healthier you with a standing desk.
Customer Service:
Customers love Yo-Yo DESK® because we offer excellent quality solutions at prices affordable to everyone. Take advantage of our free installation service or 50% discount off any Active Feet solution when you purchase any of our standing desks. Checkout our Trustpilot reviews and scores.
We are a UK-based business with expert sales staff who pride themselves on ensuring you get the optimal solution to help you keep moving.
WHY Yo-Yo DESK®?
Yo-Yo OFFICE® is leading a workplace revolution to convert unhealthy sedentary offices to active, healthy, and productive workplaces. Over the last 10 years we have expanded our best-selling range of standing desks.
Yo-Yo DESK® is now the UK’s #1 brand for standing desks and continues to expand in other EU markets
Our founder, Gavin Bradley, is the UK’s thought leader on all things Active Working® CIC, and founder of non-profit work including the Get Britain Standing® and On Your Feet Britain® campaigns.
Trusted Company:
Customers who purchase our height adjustable desks, office seating or anti-fatigue mats frequently thank us for the improve wellbeing our solutions provide and most wish they had purchased years ago. With thousands of delighted customers, we have rapidly become the one of Europe’s favourite standing desk brands.
Quality Products:
Our desks are high quality, durable and stylish. We have the widest range of standing desks & ergonomic desk converters to suit all workplaces, whether WFH or WFO. Made in Britain, we offer a warranty of up to seven years. You can also test out any solution with our 30-day Money Back Guarantee.
Our desk converters can be used straight out of the box; and our standing desks can be fully customised to your requirements and installed free of charge.
Swift Delivery:
Your standing desk and desk accessories are shipped speedily, our delivery commitment is 4-5 days for all Yo-Yo DESK® standing desk solutions (mainland EU). No one makes it easier for you to join the “workplace revolution” and keep moving to a healthier you with a standing desk.
Customer Service:
Customers love Yo-Yo DESK® because we offer excellent quality solutions at prices affordable to everyone. Take advantage of our free installation service or 50% discount off any Active Feet solution when you purchase any of our standing desks. Checkout our Trustpilot reviews and scores.
We are a UK-based business with expert sales staff who pride themselves on ensuring you get the optimal solution to help you keep moving.
Best Value:
Buy in confidence with our30-day no-nonsense money back guaranteeon all Yo-Yo DESK® solutions. Remember we offer a FREE installation service with electric standing desks, and you can save 30% OFF with our desk accessory bundle offers.
All items come with FREE delivery, and you also save 50% OFF anti-fatigue mats and other Active Feet solutions when you purchase any standing desk.
Sustainability:
Passionate to improve the wellness of our environment, our sustainability drive includes:
FSC Certification:
All our desktops aremade in Britain and FSC certified, an environmental label that requires that the production of wood-based products respect procedures that guarantee the sustainable management of forests.
Eco Packaging:
Yo-Yo DESK® products have 100% cardboard ECO packaging removing plastics and polystyrene from inner packaging.
Recycled Materials:
Most of our products are partially made from recycled materials. We strive to increase the percentage year by year.
Solar Power:
Our warehouse is powered by electric solar panels.
Electric Vehicles:
All our company cars are 100% electric powered.
Growing Trees:
For every desk you purchase, we will donate £1 to plant a tree to grow the National Forest.
Best Value:
Buy in confidence with our 30-day no-nonsense money back guarantee on all Yo-Yo DESK® solutions. Remember we offer 30% OFF many desk accessories when you purchase a standing desk.
All items come with FREE delivery, and you also save 50% OFF anti-fatigue mats and other Active Feet solutions when you purchase any standing desk.
Sustainability:
Passionate to improve the wellness of our environment, our sustainability drive includes:
FSC Certification:
All our desktops aremade in Britain and FSC certified, an environmental label that requires that the production of wood-based products respect procedures that guarantee the sustainable management of forests.
Eco Packaging:
Yo-Yo DESK® products have 100% cardboard ECO packaging removing plastics and polystyrene from inner packaging.
Recycled Materials:
Most of our products are partially made from recycled materials. We strive to increase the percentage year by year.
Solar Power:
Our warehouse is powered by electric solar panels.
Electric Vehicles:
All our company cars are 100% electric powered.
Growing Trees:
For every desk you purchase, we will donate £1 to plant a tree to grow the National Forest.