Gone are the days when 9 to 5 were the
strictly followed working hours in India. Now with the emergence of
corporate culture and large scale establishment of private
enterprises the working hours have not only increased but have
become stressful as well. Darwin's age old theory of the 'Survival of
the fittest' his now being proved right as everyone is in the desire
of leapfrogging the growing competition in the professional world.
Amidst this race for proving talent and showing skills one tends to
take fitness for granted. While working hard in office, we forget to
focus on our health and usually end up indulging in unhealthy eating
habits. Moreover, the long and stressful working hours leave us with
no time to exercise. Are you one of those working professionals who
are unable to stay fit because of the long sitting job? Practice
these simple yet effective exercises at work:
Stretching: After
every 30-40 min, stretch your body, hands and legs to break the
rhythm of inactivity. Rotate your neck, wrists and fists. Stretch
your calves up and down and Put your hands together in front of you
and make a grip and stretch.
Standing crunches:
you must have done this at the gym but practice this in office too to
keep away from unnecessary illnesses. hold two full bottles of water.
Stand with your hands on your sides, holding the bottles, parallel to
the ground. Bring your hands in front every time you exhale and get
back to the previous position when you inhale.
Eat light:
It is advised to eat small, lighter meals than to indulge in one
heavy one. Avoid snacking on unhealthy stuff, instead go for fruits,
low calorie food items when hungry in between. Also, keep yourself
sufficiently hydrated as there is undoubtedly to substitute for
water, it boosts good health.
Take a walk:
Discuss team targets over a walk! Go out, breathe fresh and stay
healthy.
Says who that your
sitting job cannot allow you to stay fit? You now know what to do!
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