Adopt Healthy Habits for Working at a Desk

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Adopt Healthy Habits for Working at a Desk
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For many of us, working at a computer for several
hours each day is a job requirement that's not
about to change any time soon. The problem,
however, with sitting for long periods of time at
work and then adding to our daily sit count when
we commute and watch TV in the evenings is that
it takes a toll on our health.
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Perhaps you've already experienced some of the
negative effects of sitting, such as aches and
pains in various parts of your body. Or, maybe
statements made by medical researchers that
include sitting is just as bad for your health as
smoking are enough to have you looking for some
ways to make your work habits a little healthier.
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Today's post includes some healthy work habits
that can be easily incorporated into your daily
routine and that will not only help to minimize
the effects of long-term sitting but also improve
productivity.
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Re-evaluate Your WorkstationMany people would
think it's a stretch to say that their computer
furniture is killing them, but research shows
sitting at a desk puts people at a higher risk
for a whole host of health problems, while poor
posture takes its toll on your body and reduces
work productivity.
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By simply switching to a sit stand workstation,
where your desk can be easily adjusted to allow
you to stand while you work for at least some of
the day, you can dramatically reduce your risk
and improve productivity. Standing keeps your
muscles active and your mind alert while also
helping with circulation.
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Break from Sitting, Wherever Whenever
PossibleEven if you own a sit stand workstation
and are actively incorporating more standing time
into your day, it's important for you to take
regular breaks and to make a point of moving your
body.
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Instead of emailing your co-worker whose office
is down the hall, get up and walk to ask them a
question. Take a few minutes to stretch out your
legs, arms, neck and shoulders. Eat lunch in a
place other than your desk, and if possible, get
outside whenever you can.
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Watch What You Eat DrinkThroughout the work
day, drink plenty of water and avoid the sugary
beverages that are full of empty calories and
will only send you into an afternoon slump. Keep
healthy snacks on hand, as it's easy to overeat
while you're focused on something other than what
you're putting in your mouth.
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Add Exercise to Your DayWhile adopting
movement-friendly computer furniture and moving
more throughout the day will help reduce your
risk of injury and other health issues, getting
regular exercise is also a great way to improve
your productivity. Start your day with a brisk
walk or run, attend a fitness class or head to
the gym.
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It's time to do something positive for your
health and your work productivity! Upgrade your
computer furniture to a sit stand workstation
that's capable of keeping your body active and
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