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Top 10 Effective Fitness Habits for the Office

  By Sasha Gusain  posted Aug 23rd 2012 at 8:00AM IN | Avg Rating
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You might have read about how to stay fit at work a dozen times, but how often do you practice what others preach? How many healthy work lunches, office workouts and desk yoga asanas have you attempted lately? If you’re still grappling with how to practice fitness in the office, then take a look at these simple, yet effective, fitness habits. These habits are at the very root of a great work-fitness balance for many fitness enthusiasts. We begin with the popular habit of desk stretches. *Images courtesy: © Thinkstock photos/ Getty Images


 

  • Avoid stiffness from hours of sitting – get stretching:
  • Avoid dehydration that causes unreasonable hunger pangs – get drinking:
  • Sit straight – adjust your chair, desk, computer screen and keyboard:
  • Eliminate food that makes you feel uncomfortable:
  • Be active – use your phone calls for brisk walks and off-the-chair time.
  • Rely on to-do lists – yes this is related to fitness.
  • Avoid smoke breaks.
  • Maintain office hygiene.
  • Pack and carry at least one nutritious meal from home.
  • Be proactive about avoiding stress in everyday office life.

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