Work-Life Balance: A Simple Desk Exercises

The human body was not built to spend eight hours a day sitting at an office. A sedentary lifestyle, for all we know, can put our health at danger by not getting the normal amount of physical exercise that our bodies require. Physically active people are less likely to be overweight and have a higher risk of developing illnesses such as anxiety and depression, some malignancies, and cardiovascular disease.

Although purchasing a gym membership is likely to be the first move taken by most employees, it’s unlikely that you’ll still have the stamina to lift weights after a hard day at work. Most of us would much rather curl up on the couch and binge-watch Riverdale. So, how about doing some exercise at your workstations during the day? I understand that this concept appears strange, especially when your boss walks in and sees you leaning at your workstations, trying to extend your bones diagonally like some sort of corporate Michael Jackson. However, this may be more beneficial than doing nothing at all.

My advice is to arrive at the office as early as possible so that you may use your free time to stretch before starting your daily tasks. For a simple but nutritious workout at the workplace, no equipment is required. Simply stay motivated, and don’t forget to use a strong deodorant to avoid generating an unpleasant odour in the room. Check out the “deskercises” listed below:

Stretches For the Hands and Fingers

Begin with the most basic kind of deskercise. Repetitive strain injuries, tendinitis, and carpal tunnel syndrome can all be caused by typing and holding the mouse for lengthy periods of time every day. Complete at least four repetitions of hand and finger stretches every day to lessen the risk of these ailments. Holding your hand for 30 to 60 seconds is the most typical variation of this exercise. After that, open your hand and expand your fingers.

Rotations Of the Neck

Neck rotations assist to relieve neck and shoulder muscular stress. For 10 seconds, drop your chin and spin your head in circles. For the same counts, lift your chin and bend from side to side.

Stretch Your Hamstrings

This exercise not only extends the lower back and calf muscles, but it also benefits the hamstring muscles in the upper leg. Place your leg on top of the desk while pushing your chair away from the desk. Lean forward while straightening your back and flexing your foot.

Squats In a Chair

You can perform squats without a chair, but since you have one at the workplace, you can do chair squats if that is more comfortable for you. Place your feet hip-width apart in front of the chair. As you push your hips backwards and carefully bend your knees down to sit on the chair, make sure your knees are over your feet. Slowly rise to your feet. Do this for a few times while keeping your back straight.

Rotation Of the Waist

Keep your arms crossed over your chest and your back straight and erect when you sit in your chair. Rotate your upper body to the left as far as you can.  Return to your starting position after 5 seconds of holding. Rep on the opposite side, then continue in this manner for a number of repetitions.

Extending Your Legs Sit up straight, one hand on either side of the chair. Raise your right leg as high as you can while keeping your back straight. Hold for 3 seconds before lowering it. As far to the left as possible, rotate your upper body. Rep with three more sets.