Desk Stretches
Do you find yourself sitting in front of your computer all day? Take some time throughout the day to do a little moving and shaking in the comfort of your work area.
Taking stretch breaks multiple times a day will leave you feeling more focused, relaxed and ready to tackle the rest of your day. Quick daily stretches can help keep your body in prehab and prevent future muscle and joint pain. Print these desk stretches, and keep them by your computer to remind yourself to stretch throughout the day.
And you don’t have to stop there — aim to stand or walk around for one to two minutes every hour or take a stroll outside during lunch. These simple steps are sure to help you prevent pain and tightness in your muscles and joints and move naturally toward well-being.
About the author
Ms. Alexandra Bollinger is a Health and Wellness Coach on the Slainte Fitness team at USLI. She enjoys staying active by strength training and going for daily walks and runs. Ms. Bollinger also enjoys working one-on-one with community members and customers to ensure they are on the right track to living a healthy lifestyle!