Marcus recommended getting a standing desk so you don't sit all day long. Standing burns slightly more calories than sitting, but it also encourages you to keep your core strong, increases circulation, and may inspire you to get up and walk around more. If that doesn't inspire you to order a standing desk ASAP, maybe this will: sitting all day not only causes back pain and tight hamstrings, but researchers at UCLA revealed it can also be bad for your brain, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and premature death.