Do you work long hours sitting at a desk job? Does sitting for prolonged periods of time seem to sap the energy and motivation right out of you? If that is the case for you - no problem.
I have a method for you to easily include 'exercise' into your daily desk job.
The key is to be creative and put yourself into more action! Yes, this can apply very easily at the workplace, making you more productive at your job.
Imagine that, a healthy boost that will also make your work productivity go up.
So how can you squeeze in activity while at work? If you are sitting, then that is a good place to start - start 'squeezing' that is.
While sitting, it is very easy (and relatively unnoticeable) to move from head to toe, quickly squeezing (or flexing) your muscles.
Now I do not mean actually moving through any great range of motion here.
Just a simple little flex though, is all you need.
What does this seemingly small task that may only take a moment or two going to accomplish? It prevents your body from becoming dormant, slowing down.
When we sit for too long without moving our metabolism likes to slow down and take it easy.
That means everything slows down, including fat burning.
This usually goes hand in hand with a drop in energy levels and mental alertness.
Don't stand or sit idle for any great length of time.
You can always stretch your muscles out to keep them in tune and receptive, even at your desk sitting.
Do some leg extensions in your chair at work.
Move through your body, head to toe, and do a quick stretching routine.
Press the balls of your feet against the floor and flex those calves.
The idea is to keep your blood flowing.
Keep your oxygen levels up with good breathing and keep your circulation activated.
Get up and take a brisk walk every 45 minutes, even if just around the office or up and down a flight of stairs.
Breathe.
All day long we sit and do not really breathe.
Take a moment several times throughout your day a focus on taking in a few deep breaths.
Really fill the lungs with air.
A few deep breaths can help relieve tension, increase oxygen levels, and revitalize you.
Sit up straight, put yourself in good posture, and suck in that stomach! Try that once an hour and you will be amazed at how much better you will feel.
Move more, flex, stretch, focus on breathing and make it a point to better your posture.
Put yourself into action just a little more every single day.
Little boosters will add up to keep you energized and alert.