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August 17, 2022

Balance Board vs. Wobble Board: Which is Better for Your Workspace?

When standing desks were first introduced, they quickly gained attention, and now they are more popular than ever. Employees who work on a computer all day are tired of dealing with the chronic back and neck pain of sitting for too long and they are ready to jump at an alternative – a standing desk. Even with the ergonomic benefits...

August 2, 2022

Life as a Powerboat or Sailboat?

A business coach once asked me if “I was building FluidStance as a powerboat or sailboat?” He went on to explain a powerboat can go fast, but you need to be able to pour-in ongoing fuel throughout the journey. A sailboat can go forever organically, but it is slower, dependent on outside conditions and not seen as a unicorn in...

April 19, 2022

Good Things Come In Trees

At FluidStance, our commitment to sustainability has only increased over the years, guiding the decisions we make as an eco-conscious business. This Earth Day, we are featuring a Limited Edition Sequoia Slope. Our purpose is to build long-lasting products while prioritizing sustainability-making sure we take the necessary steps to remain carbon neutral and become carbon positive. Named after the beautiful...

January 5, 2022

The New Anti-Fatigue Mat: Springboard By FluidStance

As the world of work is changing, so is the way you work and where you work. Many of us have moved our full-time workspaces home, while others are in hybrid mode between our offices and home, still, others have gone 100% back to the office. Something that’s fallen by the wayside? How comfortable we are in these environments. Whether...

April 22, 2021

Bolstering Our Commitment to Sustainability with the Ocean Blue Level

With Earth Day 2021 finally here, we’re proud to highlight our Ocean Blue Level balance board as an example of our commitment to the planet. Our mission is to be a responsible borrower from Mother Earth, always going the extra mile to reduce our carbon footprint. We work with local companies, and we build long-lasting products with a sustainability-first mindset. Like...

April 13, 2021

How a Santa Barbara Oil Spill Sparked our Environmental Movement

By Parisa Mirzadegan When we think of Santa Barbara, we typically think of beach days and wine tasting (and, of course, our very own FluidStance headquarters!). Lesser known is our town’s rich history of environmentalism. In fact, the first Earth Day took place in 1970, a year after the 1969 Santa Barbara oil spill sparked a national environmental movement. Every...

March 12, 2020

Refresh and Reset Your Workspace in Time for Spring

We’ve turned the clocks forward and Spring is pretty much about sprung, which means it’s a great time to refresh and reset your workspace. Here are some tips on how to go about that, from the simple act of cleaning your desk off, to performing maintenance on your equipment, such as FluidStance balance boards, to refreshing your space with some...

January 28, 2020

Why Am I So Tired At Work?

Do you ever feel exhausted at work? Days where it doesn’t seem to matter how much coffee you’ve had or how much sleep you got the night before? When you have responsibilities or deadlines, it can be really frustrating to feel tired at work. You might think the reason you’re tired is due to just a bad night, or maybe...

January 21, 2020

6 Ways to Keep Moving this Winter

Many places offer a diverse range of opportunities for adults to stay active. But once the cold weather hits, it can be more difficult for many of us to keep moving. Combine the dropping temperatures with the holidays and an increased craving for warm comfort food and you get some common reasons why many people gain weight during the winter....

November 24, 2019

5 Ways to Tell You’re Dehydrated

Proper hydration is essential to overall good health and fitness. But it’s not always easy to tell if you’re getting enough water. By paying attention to the signs of low H2O intake, you’ll know when it’s time to take action. There are certain times you’re more likely to be dehydrated, such as during exercise, hot weather, or when you’re sick....

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