Are you one of those who spend most of the day staring at their computer screen and the only mobility you have is driving to your office and coming back? Well, it is the case with most of us. Our day starts when we say good morning and closes when we retire to bed with the mobile in our hands. In between there is no exercise or movement. We just sit and work. But what if you can get some exercise done while still managing your desk job. No, it’s not impossible. Here’re tricks to flex those muscles while doing whatever you are at.
- Regular breaks
Coffee break
Make sure you move around and take small breaks. Move and make yourself a cup of coffee or tea. This will keep you moving around and give you some movement.
- Drink lots of water
Stay hydrated
Drinking water will keep you healthy and hydrated and of course you’ll spend a few steps back and forth to the loo.
- Stand up meetings
Stand up meetings
Conduct meetings standing, this allows movement and walking around the meeting room. Also, you can wrap up much quicker.
- Park ahead
Walk your way to work
Park your car at least one or two lanes before your office building. This will give your body some physical exercise.
- Lunch breaks
Love lunch breaks
Utilize your lunch breaks wisely. Instead of spending time at the table, go out for a walk.
- Schedule meetings outside
Step out
If you have several meeting rooms, pick the one which is the farthest. Or even better if you schedule the meeting outside the office, you will get some fresh air.
- Use the stairs
Hello stairs
Switch using the lift with the stairs. A little cardio has done no harm to your heart.
Author: Shifa Meerza
