Workout at Work

It is way too easy for those working in office to fall into the trap of sedentary lifestyle. The risks of sedentary lifestyle is far more acute than we think. 

“Our spines, legs, and arms weren’t supposed to be sitting all day. It can make some abnormal curves in your spine that can really create a lot of strain on your back muscles,” says E. Ann Reicherter, associate professor of physical therapy and rehabilitation science at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore.

Most importantly, the less active we are throughout the day, the less productive we will be. 

4 Practical Workouts at Work

1. Park farther or get down one stop before the normal alighting bus stop

Don't give yourself an excuse not to exercise when you drive to work. Park at a reasonable distance away from the normal parking lot you use, say at a lower floor;  walk the staircase up to the floor you park your car normally and then only use the lift to the work desk.

For those who take public transportation, you can make yourself sweat a bit more by alighting a stop before when you are making your way home. This allows you to burn calories while taking the time to enjoy the nature surrounding you.

2.  Take the stairs

Most of the offices provide us a decent fitness center, staircases. Climbing staircases brings us numerous benefits like improving heart pumping, toning muscle, burning calories, just to name a few.

3. Stand up

Grasp every chance of standing up to get your spine relaxed for a while. Whole day sitting creates a lot of strain on our spine which will cause a lot of health problems on our lower back. Try standing up to discuss with peer colleagues instead of using IM.

4. Switch to a stability ball

Get yourself a stability ball at work. It improves our spinal alignment and provides us ergonomic back support as we have to re-balance ourselves from time to time. And most importantly, it strengthens our core. Tips: Arch your back slightly, tuck your tummy in, and keep your feet flat on the floor and all joints (knees, ankles, hips) at 90-degree angles.

You can take these as your habit right tomorrow and get into a healthy lifestyle in no time!

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