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Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips for Transitioning to a Standing Desk
Sitting for long periods of time is linked with a variety of health problems, including obesity, diabetes and heart disease. It's the kind of news that might have you considering a standing workstation.
In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Jeff Olsen talks with a wellness exercise specialist from the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program about some things to consider before you ditch your desk chair.
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