Sedentary work and physical inactivity are major health challenges in modern working life. Many people spend most of the day in front of a screen, either sitting or standing in the same position for long periods. Both reduce the natural variety of movement our bodies are designed for.
Your feet are the foundation of your posture. When you stand still for long periods, the body loses its natural micro-movements. This can feel like fatigue, tension and reduced concentration. Steppie activates stabilising muscles from the feet upwards, without you having to think about it. Small movements. Big impact.
Steppie is a robust, long-lasting tool for daily micro-activity at a sit-stand desk. Steppie ApS has received the German IGR Innovation Award for Ergonomics.
Steppie is intended as a supplement to general physical activity and an active lifestyle.
Standing on Steppie offers many benefits. You support your body and improve the conditions for long-term health:
More variation in your working posture can reduce strain and fatigue caused by prolonged sitting or standing. Small movements throughout the day support circulation and contribute to greater wellbeing and a more comfortable working day.
Steppie creates gentle, continuous activation of the stabilising muscles, especially in the feet, legs, hips and core. It does not feel like exercise, but your body keeps working in the background.
Micro-movements during the working day measurably increase heart rate and energy expenditure. For many people, this means more active minutes that can be recorded with a smartwatch, heart-rate monitor or activity tracker.
The purpose is simple: we integrate activity into your working day with no extra time, changing clothes or interruptions. Standing on Steppie creates small, natural shifts in weight. This micro-exercise automatically activates your back, core and circulation while you work.
Dynamic posture: Stand more comfortably for longer.
Full concentration: Your body stays active while your focus remains on the task.
Simple effectiveness: No sweat, just more energy.
Alongside practical, neutral grey, the Steppie Soft Top mat is available in five colours – ideal if you want to match your office, personalise your Steppie or simply choose a colour that brings energy to your day.
Steppie was inspired by the traditional balance board used in physiotherapy and strength training. A standard balance board is deliberately challenging and highly unstable. That level of instability is not suitable for office work, so we “tamed” the concept. Steppie provides a wider standing surface and controlled side-to-side movement, keeping the body active without compromising concentration or a safe working posture.
Steppie is designed for small, controlled movements that add variety to standing work without disrupting the body’s natural posture. Its carefully calibrated radius determines how quickly and how far the board responds when weight shifts. This provides the desired movement and muscle activation without making the standing position unnecessarily unstable.
The design prevents backward tilting, while the flat, shock-absorbing surface supports a safe and comfortable stance over longer periods.
| Feature | Steppie | Standard solutions |
|---|---|---|
| Suitable for use throughout the working day | ✅ | — |
| Tilts only from side to side (lateral movement without rotation) | ✅ | — |
| Ergonomic design | ✅ | ? |
| Danish design | ✅ | ? |
| 10-year warranty | ✅ | ? |
Steppie is made from recycled PP-co plastic (polypropylene copolymer) and consists of 100% recycled material. This creates a robust construction designed for many years of use.
Steppie Soft Top is made from TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), giving a comfortable surface and good grip beneath the feet. The Soft Top can be removed and washed at 30–40°C. Its clips are made from durable POM plastic (polyoxymethylene).
Steppie Soft Top takes the concept of an anti-fatigue mat to a new level. The raised bubbles are designed according to reflexology-inspired principles and provide positive sensory feedback when compressed beneath your feet. This makes Steppie Soft Top dynamic and comfortable to stand on at your desk. The mat is made from thermoplastic polyurethane.
Steppie is supported by a broad body of research into movement, ergonomics, micro-activity and health behaviour. Overall, the evidence indicates that reducing sedentary time and increasing low-intensity daily activity can have measurable benefits for health and wellbeing.
See more on our research page
