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Re:Introducing StandDesk [video] by stock_toaster on Thursday March 20, 2014 @05:50PM (#7439085)
Any recommendations on mats? I have looked around but most of the ones I have found in local stores tend to be rather small.

My next thought was to look into kitchen mats as line cooks tend to stand for long periods of time.

Re:Introducing StandDesk [video] by askedrelic on Thursday March 20, 2014 @05:56PM (#7439124)
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-standing-desk-mat/

I have the $60 one from Amazon, a step down from what Wirecutter recommends, but I think I will upgrade. I can generally do 4-5 hours standing with this: http://www.amazon.com/Imprint-Comfort-Nantucket-20-Inch-Cinn...

Re:Introducing StandDesk [video] by standdesk on Thursday March 20, 2014 @07:42PM (#7439700)
I tested many of the anti-fatigue mats, but personally prefer the "Imprint CumulusPro Commercial Grade". It's heaven on your feet, and it makes a huge difference once you start standing 6+ hours a day.

Unfortunately, the CumulusPro is out of stock everywhere, but I found you could order it online at a significant discount on Costco ($69 vs $115). Here's the link.

http://www2.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11762518&w...

Re:Introducing StandDesk [video] by jseliger on Friday March 21, 2014 @10:14AM (#7442395)
Based on an HN recommendation I got one of these: http://www.americanfloormats.com/rejuvenator-anti-fatigue-ma... . Expensive but also very good.
Re:Introducing StandDesk [video] by brechin on Thursday March 20, 2014 @06:03PM (#7439167)
I've been happy with this mat, often standing >5h per day.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005GZRS22

Re:Introducing StandDesk [video] by jfb on Thursday March 20, 2014 @06:07PM (#7439203)
Yeah, a restaurant style mat is pretty much all you need.