Office Fitness

It is difficult to keep your body in good shape if you spend eight hours a day eating poorly and not moving. Unfortunately, working in the office leads to exactly that. Break rooms are filled with high calorie junk food, and most office tasks are best done while sitting down. Office fitness does not have to be just a dream, though. Work some of these tips into your daily routine and you will be well on your way to good health.

1. Stay Away From the Break Room: Office vending machines are often full of fattening, non-nutritious foods. If you find yourself tempted by the sight of potato chips and candy bars, stay away from vending machines.

2. Stretch: Sitting for too long can lead to stiff muscles and a sore back. Whenever you can, take a little time to stretch your back, arms, and legs.

3. Eat Nuts: Nuts like almonds, walnuts, and pistachios are high in healthy fats. These will keep you full longer than junk food, plus they're easy to store in your office.

4. Take the Stairs: You have probably heard this one before, but it is a great way to improve your office fitness. Instead of waiting for the elevator, take the stairs to your office. If you work on the thirtieth floor, try taking a few flights before you hop on the elevator.

5. Shake Your Hands: Repetitive tasks like typing can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome. To make sure this does not happen, shake out the muscles in your hands from time to time.

6. Stay Away From Sweets: It's tempting to leave candies in or on your desk, but if you are continually reaching for them all you are doing is pouring empty calories into your body. This is a surefire way to sabotage your office fitness goals. Get rid of the candy jar and you may find yourself getting rid of a few unwanted pounds.

7. Visit Your Coworkers: Office fitness does not have to come from big changes: doing little things can add up. Instead of calling or emailing your coworkers, take the time to walk down the hall to visit them.

8. Move Your Legs: The circulation in your legs can slow down if they are unused under a desk all day. Do some leg lifts while seated to keep your blood flowing.

9. Sip Water: Any kind of soda (even diet types) introduces a lot of nasty chemicals in your body. Be kind to yourself and drink water instead. This will both hydrate you and help clear toxins out of your body.

10. Smile: Office fitness is not all physical. Approach your work with a positive attitude and you will feel better all over. You might even have more energy to exercise at your desk or around the building.

I invite you to learn more about how anybody (that includes you!) can achieve office fitness.

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