Standing Desk Height Calculator
Find your optimal desk and monitor height for perfect ergonomics and health benefits
Calculate Your Optimal Standing Desk Setup
Total: 5' 9" (175.3 cm)
79.4 kg
How many hours do you plan to use your standing desk?
Quick Examples:
Your Optimal Setup
🖥️ Desk Height
At or slightly below elbow height
👁️ Monitor Height
Top of screen at eye level
🔥 Calorie Benefits
In 3 hours of standing vs sitting
📏 Setup Instructions
- 1.Stand next to your desk with arms hanging naturally
- 2.Place hands on keyboard in natural typing position
- 3.Adjust desk so forearms are parallel to floor (90° elbow angle)
- 4.Position monitor so top of screen is at eye level
- 5.Tilt monitor 10-20° for optimal viewing angle
Ergonomic Guidelines
✅ Proper Posture Tips
- •Keep your arms at 90-100° angle at the elbow
- •Forearms should be parallel to the floor
- •Monitor top should be at or slightly below eye level
- •Maintain neutral wrist position while typing
- •Keep your head in a neutral position
- •Distribute weight evenly on both feet
💪 Health Benefits
- •Reduced risk of obesity and heart disease
- •Lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels
- •Decreased risk of type 2 diabetes
- •Improved energy levels and mood
- •Better posture and reduced back pain
- •Increased productivity and focus
Setup Tips
Start Gradually
Begin with 30-60 minutes and gradually increase standing time
Use Anti-Fatigue Mat
Reduce leg and foot fatigue with a cushioned mat
Alternate Positions
Switch between sitting and standing every 30-60 minutes
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Choose supportive footwear for extended standing
Common Mistakes
Desk too high or too low
Causes wrist strain and shoulder tension
Monitor too low
Forces you to look down, causing neck strain
Standing all day
Can cause leg fatigue and other issues
Poor posture
Leaning, hunching, or shifting weight unevenly
Wrong footwear
High heels or unsupportive shoes
Understanding Standing Desk Ergonomics
The Science Behind Height Calculations
Our calculator uses proven ergonomic formulas based on human body proportions. The desk height is calculated at approximately 63% of your total height, which corresponds to elbow height when standing naturally.
Why Elbow Height Matters
When your desk is at elbow height, your forearms remain parallel to the floor, maintaining a neutral wrist position. This reduces strain on your wrists, shoulders, and neck.
Monitor Positioning
The monitor should be positioned so the top of the screen is at eye level (about 93.6% of your height). This prevents neck strain from looking up or down constantly.
Calorie Calculation Method
We use MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values:
- • Sitting: 1.5 METs
- • Standing: 2.0 METs
- • Formula: METs × Weight (kg) × Hours = Calories
Health Benefits Research
Studies show that alternating between sitting and standing can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity. However, the key is balance - neither sitting nor standing all day is optimal.
Recommended Usage
Start with 15-30 minute intervals and gradually increase. The ideal ratio is about 1:1 to 3:1 sitting to standing throughout your workday.