The effects of classroom-based dynamic seating interventions on academic outcomes in youth: a systematic review

Rollo, Scott; Crutchlow, Lauren; Nagpal, Taniya S.; Sui, Wuyou; Prapavessis, Harry

doi:10.1007/s10984-018-9271-3

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“…We are currently at a time where sedentary behaviors are a worldwide concern and classroom active desks have been proposed as a potential solution to counterbalance their adverse effects on health-related outcomes. Several reviews evaluated the effect of some specific types of active desks [ 35 , 36 ] on some specific outcomes such as academic achievement and cognitive outcomes [ 37 ]. The present work is the first systematic analysis of the existing literature on active desk implementation in the school environment and their effects on physical activity, sedentary behavior, academic achievements and overall health.…”

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“…Previous reviews have examined the effects of standing desks on children and adolescents [ 35 , 36 ]. Regarding, active desks, while some already systematically reviewed their effects on academic achievement [ 37 ] or questioned their use among specific groups (e.g., overweight and obese) [ 38 ], no review has specifically studied the impact of classroom active desks on cognitive, academic and overall health-related (physical, metabolic and mental health) outcomes among children and adolescents. Having a global picture on the role of classroom active desks on improving health-related outcomes of children and adolescents is needed to inform policy and practice.…”

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Effects of Classroom Active Desks on Children and Adolescents’ Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, Academic Achievements and Overall Health: A Systematic Review

Guirado

Chambonnière

Chaput

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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The purpose of this systematic review was to examine the effects of active desks in the school setting on sedentary behavior, physical activity, academic achievements and overall health among children and adolescents aged 5–17 years. A systematic literature search was conducted using five databases until October 2020. Twenty-three studies were included. Studies reported an increase of around 36% in energy expenditure for cycling desks and between 15% and 27.7% for upright active desks. Children increased inhibitory control and selective attention capacity while using cycling desks. A heterogeneous quality of design and of results were observed limiting comparisons and conclusions for each active desk. Despite the lack of strong methodology for the included studies, active desks appear to be a promising intervention in classrooms to improve health-related outcomes in children aged 5–17 years. Due to weak methodology, future studies with stronger study designs and methodology are needed to better inform policy and practice about the role of classroom active desks on health-related outcomes in children and adolescents.

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Section: Introductionmentioning

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Effects of Classroom Active Desks on Children and Adolescents’ Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, Academic Achievements and Overall Health: A Systematic Review

Guirado

Chambonnière

Chaput

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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“…The importance of the seating position and its relationship with the academic performance has been studied from different perspectives. For instance, some recent studies stablished a relation between attention and "flexible seating" (Rollo, Smith, & Prapavessis, 2017;Rollo, Crutchlow, Nagpal, Sui, & Prapavessis, 2019), also known as "dynamic seating" (Burgeson, 2017), and, which comprehends alternative seating devices and configurations (e.g., standing desks, stability balls, therapy cushions, cycling desks). Those studies measure the difference between dynamic seating and traditional seating, concluding that there exists a relationship between physical activity and student attention, and claiming that the integration of dynamic seating in the classroom may be an attractive alternative to traditional seating options with benefits for increasing attention among students.…”

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Statistical Analysis of Students’ Behavioral and Attendance Habits in Engineering Education

Ibáñez

Pérez

Silva

et al. 2019

EDUC SCI-THEOR PRACT

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This study aims at quantifying the relationship between the marks of students and their seating position in the classroom. The study is cross-sectional, quantitative, observational, and correlational. It analyzed data collected throughout two academic years about the students’ marks (in different terms, courses, and degrees) and about their daily seating position (so, every change was recorded) for both theory and practice lessons. The quantitative data collected in the study was statistically analyzed. The main result is that the seating position is significantly correlated with the marks in the studied context (engineering schools with classrooms with 5-66 students). Other side results show a positive influence on marks of working alone with respect to sharing the computer with a classmate; indicate where do students who give up the course usually sit, and when in the academic term do, they give up. This article provides empirical data with regards to the relation between classroom seating and academic performance in engineering schools. The results obtained quantify this relation, but they cannot determine whether it is causal, consequential, or both. This study complements other studies that correlated motivation with seating preferences.

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“…Early research into the benefits of standing desks primarily focused on health benefits for the K-12 [Kindergarten (pre 1st grade) to 12th grade (pre-college)] student segment. For example, studies have shown that standing desks are associated with increased calorie/energy expenditure (Benden et al , 2011, 2012, 2014; Reiff et al , 2012; Roemmich, 2016), reduced sedentary behavior (Pickens et al , 2016), less postural discomfort (Benden et al , 2013), lower BMI (Wendel et al , 2016), enhanced attention and behavioral engagement (Blake et al , 2012; Finch et al , 2017; Rollo et al , 2019), improved academic engagement (Dornhecker et al , 2015; Rollo et al , 2019), greater neurocognitive executive function and working memory (Mehta et al , 2015) and cognitive performance (Kidokoro et al , 2019). Furthermore, a standing desk in the college classroom was associated with significantly improved cardiometabolic health (Silva et al , 2018; Winkler et al , 2018), higher energy expenditure and decreased waist size (Contardo Ayala et al , 2018).…”

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Will college students take a stand? Effects of health orientations on purchase decision factors for standing desks

Goodrich

Benden

Munch

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JPBM

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Purpose This study aims to examine the impact of college students’ health and wellness orientations on the perceived importance of health benefits for an innovative new brand of standing desk, which is hypothesized to positively affect students’ attitudes and intentions. Research in this domain for the college student market is sparse. Design/methodology/approach An online survey was conducted among business students at a large Midwestern US University, with class credit offered for completion. Of the 325 students given the opportunity to participate, 210 completed the survey. Findings Health motivation is positively related to calorie reduction importance, whereas wellness orientation is positively related to back health and cognitive enhancement. Calorie reduction and potential cognitive benefits significantly affect attitudes toward standing desks, which positively impact intentions to use, pay a school usage fee and buy the product. Research limitations/implications Different health orientation factors are associated with specific health benefits, providing greater insight into consumer attitudinal motivations for health-related products. Future research can further evaluate the generalizability of the results. Practical implications Marketers can tailor more effective communications based on underlying consumer motivations for health-related product benefits, resulting in better marketing outcomes. Social implications Obesity is a growing societal issue, which could be ameliorated by improved daily behaviors, including the use of standing desks to assist in countering sedentarism. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, neither academic research has yet examined standing desk purchase decision factors for the college student market, nor the effects of different health orientations on perceived health benefits.

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The effects of classroom-based dynamic seating interventions on academic outcomes in youth: a systematic review

Cited by 21 publications

References 37 publications

Effects of Classroom Active Desks on Children and Adolescents’ Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, Academic Achievements and Overall Health: A Systematic Review

Effects of Classroom Active Desks on Children and Adolescents’ Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, Academic Achievements and Overall Health: A Systematic Review

Statistical Analysis of Students’ Behavioral and Attendance Habits in Engineering Education

Will college students take a stand? Effects of health orientations on purchase decision factors for standing desks

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