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. 2017 Nov 9;8:232–237. doi: 10.1016/j.pmedr.2017.10.019

Table 4.

Student's self-reported factors influencing standing during class (N = 143).

Top 3 reasons for standing during class (% of respondents) Top 3 reasons for NOT standing during class (% of respondents) Top 3 approaches that would promote more standing during class (% of respondents)
To alleviate restlessness 43.6% I prefer to sit 52.2% Seeing other students stand 77.2%
Burn more calories 40.6% Standing felt awkward 46.3% Encouragement from instructor 61.8%
Reduce boredom 39.6% No stand desks available 29.1% Reminders from instructor 58.1%