Unfortunately, one cannot know everything about every subject, and I hadn't been aware of how much sitting affects our heath until recently. A good ergonomic chair definitely relieves back and pelvis pain, but won't keep you from such ailments as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, etc. If whatever you are working on can be done while on your feet, then by all means, do so, or stand up every now and then and stretch or walk. However, many work spaces require that the personnel be standing, which makes a height-adjustable desk a real lifehack for these people. Apexgaming has released two types of height-adjustable desks for healthier working habits. The Elite ZT is a motorized desk that goes on top of your current desk. Since it has a pretty large surface, a monitor-mounting mechanism for up to a dual-monitor set-up can be placed on the Elite ZT, while a full-size keyboard can be put on its retractable lower surface. It can certainly be as comfortable as expected to a variety of users mainly because its height can be adjusted. Its motor is quiet enough and comes with a two-year warranty, which should be higher in our opinion because of its high asking price.

My personal opinion is that such a desk is better for a professional environment rather than home. It takes up a lot of space on our current desk, and unless you do things which require standing up, there is no need for you to purchase this model; although much more expensive, the Elite 60 series desktop is a more suitable option for use at home. Most offices use MDF since it is easier to manipulate and keeps the final price down. MDF is more affordable, but does not feel nearly as luxurious as wood, however much pricier and heavier.

About the anti-fatique mat—anyone standing on their feet for extended periods of time will eventually start to feel uncomfortable, which makes completing tasks more arduous. The flooring and footwear both play their part, of course. Technology has affected every aspect of living with the main goal to make things easier, more comfortable. As such, when one need can best be covered by a technological advancement, we should adopt it as soon as possible. Fatigue of any sort causes discomfort and should be treated accordingly. Since we are referring to fatigue caused by standing, Apexgaming's anti-fatigue mat can definitely be beneficial, a great relief for those who spend many hours standing. However, acquiring the mat is certainly not a panacea. As I had already stated, we have to change positions every now and then and hit the gym as often as possible. A good pair of shoes will also help not just on its own but in making the most of an anti-fatigue mat. Apexgaming's anti-fatigue mat is not anti-slippery, so pay attention to the floor you place it on.

An anti-fatigue mat is an additional but necessary accessory for a standing desk and should, in my opinion, be bundled with every standing desk, including the Elite ZT.