With many of us – especially office workers – leading largely sedentary lifestyles, we need to take every opportunity we can to inject a bit of healthy activity into our days. Here’s how…
By Hilary Pereira
Try to exercise for at least 15 minutes during lunch
If you’re near a gym that’s not too expensive to join (check with your HR department to see if you get any
Drink plenty of water
Air conditioning can be very dehydrating, and this can be reflected in your concentration levels as well as in your skin, eyes and sinuses.
Get an ergonomic check
Whether you work for yourself of for someone else, you should regularly check the ergonomics of your workplace.
Ditch the car
If you usually drive to work, explore other ways of getting there.
Take a screen break
If you work at a PC, it’s important to take regular screen breaks to take the strain off your eyes.
Take your own lunch
You can save money as well as make deliberately healthy choices if you take your own lunch to work with you.
Boost your circulation
If you spend a lot of time sitting down, especially at a computer screen where you can find yourself at your work station for hours at a time, try to
Take regular breaks
If you’re unsure of the company policy on the amount or length of breaks you can take, check with your employer, then make sure you take all the b
Cut down on caffeine
Drinking too much coffee – more than around two cups a day – can have a detrimental effect on your health.
Avoid a stress build-up
It may seem impossible to avoid stress, but if it builds up it can lead to anxiety disorders and depression.