StandUP UBC: Impact of a low cost standing desk on reducing workplace sitting
Are you tired of sitting at work? The Population Physical Activity Lab in the School of Kinesiology at UBC is conducting a workplace intervention aimed at reducing employee sitting through the provision of a low-cost standing desk.
WHO:
- Employees aged 18-65 years
- Desk-based office workers
- Work at least 3 times per week
WHAT: This study involves wearing an activity monitor and completing a few surveys 3 times over a 6-month period. Participants will receive $60 for their participation.
WHEN: Starting in January 2018
CONTACT INFO:
Principal Investigator – Dr. Guy Faulkner
Research Coordinator – Katie Weatherson
To receive more information or if you’d like to sign up for this study, please email us at: pop_pa.lab@ubc.ca