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Glad it proved useful!

> You mention also exercises you do during day to stay fresh. Can you point some exercises to recover yourself?

Have experimented with a couple, but here's what I've found:

Walking

At the start of the day (if still tired after waking and drinking a full glass of water) or after lunch a walk helped me reset and regain focus. Even if I had been dealing with stressful issues, getting out of my environment, paired with mild exercise, was enough to get me over the hump for the rest of the day. Going to a natural area was the most helpful, and a duration of about 15-20 minutes I found was ideal to gain the benefits without feeling like I was falling behind on the days tasks.

Some notes on why this might be the case: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-do-you-think-better-after-walk-exercise/

Standing

I'd noticed a trend where my focus was drifting after lunch and thought a standing desk might help. Picked up a MultiTable (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NJUQVG/) with my cheap-o Ikea desk top. Tried to enforce a schedule where I'd stand after lunch but got distracted with leg/foot tenderness. Picked up a fatigue mat (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V3TO9EK/) that helped a bit.

Standing does seem to help a bit, the shift in position does work to wake up and regain a bit of focus. But not as effective as movement exercises I've found, or especially going outside and getting fresh air.

Stopped Heavy Weight Training

A few times a week (ranged from 3-5 times per week) I'd go to the gym for weight training. I'd been doing a pretty intense program with regular heavy lifts and I was pretty unproductive on workout days. No matter what I ate, how rested I was, I would return from the gym and not be able to truly focus until after lunch. By then I was feeling rushed to get things done.

I scaled things back to workouts that took effort, but without pushing myself to my limits each time. Also cutting back weight training to 3 times per week max. Others may have better luck with lifting, I just found I couldn't maintain that level of effort and expect quality productivity for a few hours.

Running

Recently I've started running as an experiment using http://www.active.com/mobile/couch-to-5k-app

I was never a runner, but it seemed a nice portable way to get some exercise so thought I'd at least give it a shot. I've been impressed with the impacts thus far. On non-weight training days I run in the morning and the productivity boost carries through the entire day, even into subsequent days. I'm not sure if it's the running itself, or the progressive structure of C25K that makes me feel I'm achieving something each workout, or some combination of both - but since starting running I've felt alert and focused throughout the week.

I'll have to see long term how this work, but so far been on it for 6 weeks now and benefits started around week 2.

Not sure how to add more photos of it... I'm new here, haha.

I'll give some quick tips though.

This is my best standup desk investment - the Topo, makes standing for hours much easier - http://amzn.to/2eCjgC9.
My desk 'top' is a table from IKEA, it's pretty small but works great for a keyboard/mouse/other misc items - http://amzn.to/2eCjY2s.
This is my shelf that holds my laptop - might only work well in a setup where you're in a corner like I am - http://amzn.to/2frgGQU.
Amazon Basics wall arm is great, but you can use whatever - http://amzn.to/2frfa0V.
I use this to keep power bricks, etc out of sight - http://amzn.to/2ed49k6.
I put this little led strip behind my monitor - it's powered by USB and I have it plugged into my monitor so it is on when my monitor is on - http://amzn.to/2fIhguL.
Mousepad, i like the Razer Sphex for this, just because it's so thin - http://amzn.to/2eCmPbs - but it isn't the best pad for gaming, etc.

You'll want to put your desk top height so that when standing on the mat in whatever you're gonna use (I just wear socks) when your arms are at your side, your elbows form a 90 degree angle to go onto your keyboard/mouse. Your monitor should be at a height where your eyes are inline with about 2/3 up your screen (1/3 of your screen is above your eyes.)

I also put the shelf so that the laptop is below my monitor in case I want to pull my monitor out from the wall - however 99.9% of the time I find that I just have my monitor pushed back as close to the wall as it goes.

When mounting the desk to the wall, you'll want to try to put the center part into a stud, and use some decently burly drywall anchors for the rest. You'll find you may inadvertently lean on the desk and things like that, so you want it to be pretty solid.

Good luck!

Good morning /u/DaOpa!

I have a motorized BEKANT desk from IKEA (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S49022538/, very similar but it doesn't show the actual controls to move the desk up and down in the pictures). I absolutely love the desk. While it's a complete desk replacement and not a piece that sits on top, it might not be an option for everyone. The desk itself has a net under for some cable management. If you plan on doing this, you might want to look at longer cables to ensure that there is no tension on any of your devices in any position.

If you're wanting a standing desk for ergonomics, ensure that the height will work for you with your arms around a 90 degree angle. You don't want to be slouching or leaning over constantly as it's going to defeat the purpose. I still find myself doing it from time to time though. Another option to consider is also the height of your monitor, as looking up or down for too long will strain your neck.

If you're standing for a long period of time, I'd recommend a Standing Desk Mat. This should help your back for those longer playing sessions. Here's a link to a similar one to mine, but I'd recommend doing your own research on whats best for you. https://www.amazon.com/Standing-Comfortably-Significantly-Reducing-Upright/dp/B00R89CZKO

If you have a green screen, consider the height of the green screen, how tall you are, and how far away your camera will be. This might be a deciding factor on if you actually play standing up or not, as for me my Elgato Green Screen was too far back and I had little room to crop the top of the webcam without clipping my head.

Hope this helps!

I get shoulder pain and for me working on a standing desk really helps. If you can't get a fancy standing desk (I'm lucky that work has them for everyone), then you can do a DIY thing. At home I don't have a standing desk, but I put my monitor on a bunch of old cardbord boxes and boxes. The keyboard and mouse I put on put ontop of something like this https://www.amazon.com/Sofia-Sam-Tasking-Supports-Laptops/dp/B015X48RHA/ . So basically it's a makeshift standing desk and it works great.

I also use an Anti-Fatigue Mat as it helps with standing for hours on end. Though I found one at costco for $15 which was a good deal. It's meant for the kitchen , but it works.

Also I follow the Pomodoro Technique of working. Every 25 minutes I take a 5 minute break and go for a walk outside. I hear a lot of programmers complain that it breaks the flow, but for me I find it to be a nice moment to relax and helps gather my thoughts. Sometimes we get stuck in a rut, stepping away and allowing the mind to relax really helps. It also helps with pain by getting a little bit of movement.

• Standing Desk
  
• Fatigue Mat - A good mat & posture vital for standing desk success. Get a good one. This is the one i have. Balance Boards, and Fancy ones with contours are a waste of money. I exclusively do a standing desk at both work and home, and have done that for several years now.
  
• Headphones - I invested in a good pair of headphones. I have the Bose noise-canceling Bluetooth headphones which are quite expensive.
  
  • Music Subscription - Also for managing distractions. I don't usually like listing to music for extended periods, but it's better than listing to my coworkers for the same period.
    
• Keyboard, mouse - this is a personal preference in terms of which you get.
  
• Nice Monitor - Expensive, but I don't have to beg for a nice monitor each time I switch companies.
  
• Insulated Tumber - For Coffee/Tea
  
• Me - I'm at my desk .... occasionally.
  
  Given you spend about 2000 hours at your desk per year, IMO it's absolutely worthwhile to invest in your own comfort, even if your employer won't do that for you.
  
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  > something to exercise my wrist
  
  If you want stronger wrists, I'd suggest you take a look at the following. This video-link was taken from the /r/bodyweightfitness FAQ.
  
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSZWSQSSEjE

I have a standing desk, and I require deep thought for work.

My desk is a sit-stand model. Push a button and it lowers; push another and it rises. That's the key. I couldn't stand ALL day. What's been so helpful for me is the ability to CHANGE positions. I stand a few hours, sit a few hours. When I flag, I just switch.

Also critical was a gel pad for my feet. Gel Pad I actually like the edges dropping off - I can stretch my calves and lean into my desk. Doing a nice calve stretch/core exercise as I type.

I really like combining music (without words) with standing. Something like Riverdance/Lord of the Dance (I know, I know, but it WORKS) with standing really gets things flowing. For DEEP concentration I want silence, but for getting all the stuff in my head already OUT into type? Standing, fidgeting, half-dancing has been GREAT. And when that ends, I sit. I like my balance ball, but sometimes sit in a chair.

If your legs and back are fatigued, I really really recommend a good thick gel mat. Makes a HUGE difference. I like being barefoot on mine, but I WFH where that's not an issue. If you work in an office, you need really really REALLY good shoes to be standing. (Or socks with no holes, and stand on the gel mat in your socks!). And if you have a back problem, maybe standing isn't for you.

If you have a stand-only desk, that's brutal. You should be able to switch positions, sitting and standing, depending on what you need at what time of day. It's made me much much more productive.

Welcome to the world of increasingly more and better coffee.

May I recommend something that will help you keep your (what appears to be tiny) kitchen clean? Get yourself a bar mat. It will help catch loose beans/grinds and keep them from getting scattered all over your kitchen. Also if you spill water or what ever it will all stay contained. I got mine from a place I used to work (says Barcardi and Coke on it) Make friends with a bar tender, or spend the 10 bucks now and enjoy your clean kitchen. Also makes it look like you know what you're doing. Seriously, a bar mat is the way to go.

That and a Chemex should be your next purchase.

edit- something like this

Additional pictures/gifs if anyone's interested:

https://imgur.com/a/hShEq2F

EDIT: Thought I'd include links for some things being asked for on here. I didn't purchase everything new nor recently so there are some things I wasn't able to ID.

Art/Deco:

• "Kiss More Often" Wall art
  
  • Thanks to those that pointed out that the Amazon tapestry isn't affiliated with or supporting the original artist. I've linked to the artist's store instead
    
• Gold Trellis Wallpaper
  
• Bed Rest Pillow
  
  • I got this at Target but can't find the exact one. Amazon seems to have a bunch.
    
• Bedding/Comforter
  
  • I can't remember where this comforter came from since I've had it for so long. I'd recommend looking out for decent sales or checking HomeGoods for decently priced comforters
    
• Bed Throw Blanket
  
• Couch Throw Blanket
  
• White Corduroy Couch Pillow Covers
  
• Couch
  
  • Found it for cheap on Craigslist and can't provide an ID
    
• Floor Rug
  
  • Found it on Craigslist as well. It's a Safavieh Hudson Shag Rug
    
• Bedside Floor Rug
  
• Anti-Fatigue Mat for the Standing Desk
  
• 5-Arm Floor Lamp
  
• Ottoman with Storage
  
  • Found this on a marketplace (LetGo) and can't find any identifying details
    
• Incense Holder
  
• Duct Tape for Framing and Line Work
  
  Technology/Peripherals:
  
  
• Standing Desk
  
  • Buying the desk without the tabletop knocks off about $100 . It might be a cost-effective solution if you want to build a custom-tabletop/desk for under $300
    
• KRK Rokit 5 Studio Monitors
  
• Studio Monitor Stands
  
• TCL 43 Inch 4K TV
  
• Adjustable TV Desk Mount
  
• JBL 5.1 Home Theater Speaker System
  
  • Look for Amazon Warehouse deals on this stuff. I found a set for $100 below the price for a brand new set
    
• Yamaha RX-V383 AV Receiver
  
  • Found this used on LetGo
    
• Led Light Strips
  
  • I've had my light strips for years so I can't provide a specific ID for mine. I linked to a set that uses the same wifi controller as mine but you can shop around. I used 4 strips to do the bed backlighting, under-lighting and desk backlighting
    
• Led Wifi Controllers
  
  • If you have a led strip that doesn't have a wifi controller, you can purchase a compatible controller to take advantage of home automation

I think the best gift I ever got my husband was a WellnessMat anti-fatigue kitchen mat. It has been more than worth the money. We've had it for 6 years now and it still looks and feels brand new. I always feel other anti-fatigue mats when I see them, and none hold a candle to this one. It's super thick. You can't feel the floor below it at all. Definitely recommend this for anyone who spends time in the kitchen.

Have a couple things to switch between to avoiding sitting so much.

A few cheap things that you should certainly try for under $100:

• Large Exercise Ball $25
  
  • Probably the most fun option
    
  • Measure out the size that fits your desk before ordering
    
  • Yes. Get a tape measure out and do it.
    
    
• A cheap, quick, custom standing desk $30
  
  • Simple and custom fit to you
    
  • Buy it directly in IKEA or have it shipped
    
  • 7 steps and assembled over a 15 minute coffee break
    
    
• A Cushioned Mat for Standing or Sitting $15
  
  • Also called a Chef's mat.
    
  • There are specific standing desk mats that are the same as chef's mats but cost more
    
    
• Decent Arch support inserts $20
  
  • Make sure to pick your correct shoe size
    
    
• [Good Posture] (http://www.blogbigtime.com/assets/user-uploads/userUzB159/posts/improve-good-posture.jpg) $0
  
  • This post is a bit buzzfeed-esque but it does actually offer some good tips

Search for toppers or mods for his favorite pin that he owns, if he keeps them and doesn't flip them frequently (changing every 6-12 months).

Otherwise, here are some additional ideas:

1. Search for the original pinball fliers for his machines; I have these framed for reach of my games and love them.
   
2. Buy him anti-fatigue kitchen mats to go under his games. No one thinks of this and everyone loves them. Here's the Amazon link:
   Sky Mats, Comfort Anti Fatigue Mat Kitchen Rug 20 x 39 x 3/4", 7 Colors and 3 Sizes, Perfect for Kitchens and Standing Desks, (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M8O122G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sx4.BbS1JA2W2
   

I bought this bar mat (https://www.amazon.com/Update-International-BSM-1218BK-Rubber-Service/dp/B000MVI4ZK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1482638096&sr=8-3&keywords=bar+mat) a while back and my grinder and machine (I have a Gaggia Classic) fit on it perfectly with a little room to spare. It has little pokey things (whatever you want to call it) that will trap stray water and grounds. It's really easy to move the machines+grinder and knock everything in the mat into the garbage and throw into the dishwasher to clean. Highly recommend!

Extra Thick ONE INCH, Standing Anti Fatigue AIR SOFT Mat - LARGE Size 36"x24" Soft Standing Mat for Office, Ergonomic, Counter, Standing Desk Floor Ma https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072KFK8Q5?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf


36x24 inches. You can get much cheaper ones. This one has perfect dimensions for my play style, and I'm 260 lbs. a smaller person would want a standard thickness as this one would be a bit bouncy for them. For me, it feels like luxury for my feet and legs. One of my best VR add ons, easily. I play barefoot.

I have a gel anti fatigue floor mat in my kitchen that my two sammies love to lay on, more than the fabric beds I have.

They like it so much that I just bought a smaller one from Amazon just for them. It's 20" x 36", obviously cool to them (I have tile floors and they prefer the mat), and is $36 which is a great price for a dog bed!

Plus, if yours doesn't like it for any reason then you can put it in front of your sink like I have my original one that they both covet now (72" long).

I've been working at home for the past 8 years. I'm in a similar situation as you where I end up spending 10 to 14 hours in front of a computer per day. I was having lower back pain as well. What relieved the issue was switching to a standing desk. I've been using it entirely for the past 11 months (got it setup in January). It's made a world of difference. It took about 2 months to get use to but after that there's no looking back. At first you'll get some foot fatigue from standing so many hours. Get a comfortable running shoe with tons of foot support or/and a standing mat. I got a cheap standing desk setup from amazon for about $30 and the mat for the same price. No need to spend hundreds of dollars setting up one.

For exercise, I'd focus on ones that strengthen the lower back. Your lower back is weak from all that sitting and it's this weakness that's making it feel tight and unconfortable. Throw some supermans into your routine. They gently work the lower back.

Also, I find regular theraputic massages helped a lot. If you can afford one, I recommend heading to a good one that'll take care of your upper body. They provided with lots of relief.

I don't know where you work but you should have them provide you with one of these.

ROHEGO Anti-Fatigue Standing Desk and Kitchen Mat, Extra Long and Supportive - Promotes Health and Wellness - 39x20in (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8TTHN0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_P.nNzb776BF75

They really help alleviate pain in your feet and back from standing all day at the register.

https://www.amazon.com/Original-Anti-Fatigue-Phthalate-Ergonomically-Engineered/dp/B01B868D1M

I have no affiliation with this product, but my feet and back highly promote it.

For context, I work from home at a Jarvis desk, so I'm standing roughly half the time I'm working and more if I'm playing tunes that day. This made a huge difference.

Shift weight between legs, bending knees too (like when u walk) and get an ergonomic standing mat (helps keep you in place too so u don't wander off and whack something). This mat got excellent reviews: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V3TO9EK/
Also I'd say stretch and strengthen your core, it helps.

A fatigue mat helps a ton!

Sky Mats, Comfort Anti Fatigue Mat Kitchen Rug 20 x 39 x 3/4", 7 Colors and 3 Sizes, Perfect for Kitchens and Standing Desks, (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M8O122G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.AY6BbEDE4RGT

I do also play sitting. Using an office chair. I adjust my height to compensate using the advanced settings plugin. I also disable the chaperone.

I recently bought one off of Amazon and have been very pleased with it. Definitely worth the small cost!

Maybe something like this might help release the tension in the feet while playing for long periods of time: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00V3TO9EK/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1518718091&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=stand+mat&dpPl=1&dpID=51B5YUqDcKL&ref=plSrch


Although... pretty expensive lol

https://www.amazon.com/Update-International-BSM-1218BK-Rubber-Service/dp/B000MVI4ZK

Dishwasher safe! All grinds and liquids and stuff just fall into the cracks. They are actually amazing. They have different sized ones

I've got this one, it definitely helps for longer playthroughs. Also helps to demo VR to people without them running into boundaries.

i got my husband one of these to help while standing. he loves it. https://www.amazon.com/Ergodriven-Not-Flat-Anti-Fatigue-Calculated-Must-Have/dp/B00V3TO9EK/ref=sr_1_5?crid=6B6E20XVTX0I&keywords=standing+mat+anti+fatigue&qid=1550789389&s=gateway&sprefix=standing+mat%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-5

Best wishes to you! And we'll miss you too ;)

Kitchen Floor Mat

As fun as they are, some people may not want to carry coinage. It's heavy and not as easy to fish out of the front of your corset if you're not wearing a purse/pouch.

Don't forget to drink a lot of water, wear SPF 1billion, and comfortable, well broken in shoes even if they're not 100% period perfect. Getting one of those anti-fatigue kitchen mats. (Like so http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EEG2UK4?psc=1) can really help too if you're standing for a long time.

I am 5'10" and have a cube corner 48. I usually don't need to raise it up all the way to be comfortable. It has catches every 2" or so for maximum adjustment.

I would suggest:
-Monitor arms (clamp style) so that you can get back some real estate (
-A good standing mat

• a drafting chair (that's a bit higher than normal office chairs)
  -the extenders that VARIDESK sells.
  
  Arms:
  MonMount Dual LCD Monitor, Desk Mount Stand Arm Holds up to Two 27" Screens, Black (LCD-194B) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AMNX0F2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Xyf4ybT9FGTDF
  
  Standing mat
  Topo by Ergodriven | The Not-Flat Standing Desk Anti-Fatigue Mat with Calculated Terrain [Must-Have for Any Standing Desk] (Obsidian Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V3TO9EK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Fzf4ybZ05E2CX
  
  Drafting Chair:
  Modway Veer Drafting Chair In Blue - Reception Desk Chair - Tall Office Chair For Adjustable Standing Desks - Flip-Up Arm Drafting Table Chair... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KHM4DHM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_jAf4ybQXPF43B
  
  
  Extension: (they sell both left/right for $45 each)
  VARIDESK - Right Side Panel Extension for Pro 36/30 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017C07FRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_WAf4ybM4H5G3N

I bike and inline skate regularly so the muscles around my knees have no problems. One I thing I suggest with a standing desk is to get a really good anti-fatigue mat. I had a thinner one before and my foot bones (I stand in my socks with no shoes) used to hurt after a few hours of standing. I bought a GelPro Plush, and now I don't have any issues at all: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006LG13VC/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. The GelPro Plush is pricey, but it was worth it for standing 8 hours a day. Standing in socks is great for rolling stuff underneath your feet to massage your soles if you have plantar fasciitis.

Yeah I had a padded rectangle for my standing desk that works well to keep me centered in VR.

Like this https://www.amazon.co.uk/HemingWeigh-Anti-Fatigue-Ergonomically-Engineered-Waterproof/dp/B01D1YF2TA/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=comfort+mat&qid=1562826734&s=kitchen&sr=1-3

I bought this for PSVR and it works well for Quest too as long as you are playing a stationary game like Beat Saber.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01H6AEHC8

Great suggestion!

I went with this mat...name seemed appropriate.

Have this one and I love it

http://www.amazon.com/Standee-Co-Anti-Fatigue-Mat/dp/B00A64ERKY/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1410049694&sr=8-13&keywords=standing+mat

Place a bar mat or some dri dek in the space you'd like to keep clear.

One of the little things I bought that made things a lot more pleasant for me was a bar mat like this

It's big enough to hold my scale, grinder, and room to operate an Aeropress. Catches the coffee dust that always escapes the grinder somehow and minor spills. Once a week I dunk it in the sink, scrub it with a brush, and air dry it.

For those looking to purchase just the mat from the site, Amazon sells a comparable 12" x 18" bar mat for $7.60 (as of 7/21/16, 10:30pm PST) with free Prime shipping.

https://www.amazon.com/Update-International-BSM-1218BK-Rubber-Service/dp/B000MVI4ZK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1469165429&sr=8-3&keywords=bar+mat

I used a yoga mat for a while and then looked on amazon. This is what I got - works well with shoes - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01B868D1M/ref=psdcmw_9720393011_t2_B00M8O122G

Ah true. When I first got a standing desk I couldn't last 10 minutes in any shoes with a heel. I switched to some of those cheap flat dress looking shoes.

I'm not sure how effective these standing mats are but they could be worth a try.

Wear Shoes and use an Anti fatigue mat. This greatly helps your feet. It also gives you a point to re center yourself into your hitbox.

A simple gear tie can completely get rid of the weight of the cable from your head and if you bend the ends in towards your waist a little it holds the wire off your back you don't even know its there. Don't forget Cable is tied to you when you take the headset off.

Royal Anti-Fatigue Comfort Mat - 20" x 32"

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ES65AE2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Gear Tie

https://www.amazon.com/Nite-Ize-GT3-4PK-A1-Original-Reusable/dp/B004MMEHKG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1523301082&sr=8-3&keywords=gear+tie

Sky Mat, Comfort Anti Fatigue Mat 20 x 39 x 3/4", 7 Colors and 3 Sizes, Perfect for Kitchens and Standing Desks, (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M8O122G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xCBeAbBYQA4MK

Sorry on mobile.

I use this.
The Original 3/4" GORILLA GRIP Anti-Fatigue Comfort Mat https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B868D1M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_nATzzbDH279D3

It's not fashion, but maybe the issue isn't necessarily your shoes. Do you have an anti-fatigue mat with your desk? If not, I highly recommend getting one (something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Sky-Comfort-Fatigue-Kitchens-Standing/dp/B00M8O122G/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_229_t_)

if she is standing, she should probably invest in a cushion mat as well https://www.amazon.com/Standing-Comfortably-Significantly-Reducing-Upright/dp/B00R89CZKO

I have this bar mat: https://www.amazon.com/Update-International-BSM-1218BK-Rubber-Service/dp/B000MVI4ZK

It has served me well in keeping my coffee space tidy. Electric kettle sits to one side of it, digital scale sits on the other side. Lido manual grinder and bag of beans sits on top of it. Its convenient as a catch tray for brushing out the grinder and grinds jar above after brewing. I empty and wash it every so often if there is much accumulation, but that takes awhile. Importantly though, I no longer have to deal with cleaning up stray coffee grounds every day!

I sit at a desk, kinda at a typist's position, so my elbows form a 90 degree angle to the top of the stone.

Under my stones, I use a bartender's mat, and find it really handy. Keeps the stone in place, and keeps spills to a minimum.

I keep a little dish of water to my right so I can dip my fingers in the bowl and spread it on the stone.

I tend to take lots of breaks, and use Japanese strokes for the bulk of the sharpening, and finish with a variety of x strokes.

I was worried about this aswell. I put it on a rubber mat like this one:

http://www.amazon.com/18-Bar-Service-Mat-Black/dp/B000MVI4ZK/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1398510393&sr=8-4&keywords=rubber+mat

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V3TO9EK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ? or ebay?

Links: Varidesk

And the Mat

Buy this, and this.

Set them up where he games. He can stomp and punch all he wants.

Here is the mobile version of your link

Update International (BSM-1218BK) 18" x 12" Rubber Bar Service Mat https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MVI4ZK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_liwEybWPZ4F4N

I would add that you should have some of these, I use them at work and I need to buy some for my workshop because it's concrete and yeah my feet hurt after standing in there for awhile.

Anti-Fatigue Mat

After 3 years of begging, near-crippling leg pain, and waking up in the middle of the night feeling like my legs were on fire, literally earlier this month my pharmacy finally got me this fatigue mat. I don't make enough to buy it myself considering it could easily just mysteriously disappear (I have an asshole coworker) one day from the pharmacy and nobody would know where it went (Steve's car).

I have a Gorilla Grip mat that is very comfortable and spongy to stand on. I was sick of sitting all day and found that standing helped increase blood flow, focus, and kept me more alert. When I get tired, I sit for a while. I've known three people who have dealt with blood clots due to inactivity (which can kill you), and as I'm very sedentary myself, I'd rather avoid all that.