Most of us sit at our desks for at least six hours a day. But sitting for hours on end hurts our muscles and joints. How do we keep our job and our health?
Here are some ways to avoid sitting all day. Pick a few of your favorites and incorporate them into your routine. Your body will thank you.
- Stand while you work. Switch to a standing desk or get a desktop stand for your computer if you can.
- Take movement breaks. Use a fitness app or set an alarm on the phone to remind yourself to move your body!
- Walk during calls or meetings. Stand or walk when you’re on the phone. At meetings, ask your co-worker to walk around the building instead of sitting.
- Stay hydrated. Every time you fill your water bottle, you get up and move! Plus, drinking enough water every day helps lubricate your joints.
- Stretch in the morning, at lunch, and right after work. Stretching helps counteract some of the harmful symptoms of sitting too much, and it’s a good movement break. That’s a win-win situation! Focus on shoulders, glutes, legs, and your back to hit areas most affected by sitting.
Use these strategies to sit less and enjoy a happier (and healthier) you.
