L.H Hiranandani Hospital- How Workplace Exercises Can Help you Stay Healthy at Work?

 

According to Hiranandani Hospital Powai News, at least 8 out of 10 Indian workers are "desk potatoes." The good news is that incorporating daily movements, such as this simple desk stretch, is a simple way to avoid the discomfort and long-term health consequences of sitting in the same position all day. 

Working a desk job for 40 hours a week or even more leaves no time to exercise. There are a lot of other chores as well to do such as helping your kids with their homework, taking care of your dog, and cooking dinner.

Modern technology has provided us with numerous benefits and conveniences, but there is one major drawback: most of us have a desk job for eight (or more) hours per day.

Sadly, the same thing that can make us productive, profitable, and successful employees for our company can also harm our health, possibly permanently.

Weight gain, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other chronic conditions can be attributed to excessive sitting. One study even discovered that people who sit all day have a 40% increased risk of dying, says Dr Sujit Chatterjee CEO of Hiranandani Hospital.

While we are not claiming that your job will kill you, it is a good idea to take some simple steps to improve your workplace health. Simply moving your body more at your desk is a simple place to start.

Benefits of workplace exercises

Exercising at the workplace is a great way to stay active and healthy while still being productive at work. Exercises can be done at your desk, during breaks, or even on your way to work. The following are some of the most common advantages of working out at work:

• Enhances your mood: Physical activity can help stimulate your brain, improve your focus, and lower your stress levels. This can make you feel happier at work and more motivated to finish tasks.
• Increases energy levels: Keeping your body active helps you wake up and increase your endurance. High levels of energy can help you feel more productive and efficient at work.
• Allows you to exercise if you don't have time to do so outside of work: If your work and personal lives leave you with little time to go to the gym every day, you can be efficient and exercise at work while still completing your tasks.

According to research published in the Journal of Workplace Health Management and the American College of Sports Medicine:

• Exercising helped 60% of the employees who said their time management skills, mental performance, and ability to meet deadlines improved.
• On days when employees exercised, 27% reported higher levels of "dealing calmly with stress."
• On exercise days, 41% of employees reported feeling more "motivated to work."

What exercises are the most effective for combating the effects of sitting?

If you sit all day, you're probably aware that you need to move more. Taking regular breaks is one way to ensure this happens. You can use your phone to set a timer to remind you to get up at least once every hour. Studies suggest that one should take a 10-minute break to get up and move for every hour you sit. If you have a Watch, you can use the stand feature, which reminds you to get up and move every hour and records when you do so.