2564: How to Get More Movement Into Your Workday - Exercising & Avoiding a Sedentary Lifestyle at Work

Published: May 17, 2024, 7 a.m.

b'Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\\nEpisode 2564:\\nDiscover how to seamlessly integrate movement into your workday to combat the negative effects of prolonged sitting, as discussed by a former Universal Studios ergonomist. Learn practical tips for setting up your workspace to reduce strain and explore discreet exercises you can do right at your desk. These strategies not only enhance your physical health but also ensure you remain productive and avoid workplace scrutiny.\\nQuotes to ponder:\\n"When we sit in our office chairs and stare at a computer screen most of the day, the muscles in our lower back, our abdominals, trapezius and our neck begin to fatigue."\\n"Most health agencies recommend that a break be taken every 30 to 60 minutes. During this break stand up and move around."\\n"Simple chair exercises can improve your fitness while you remain in your office, effectively blending health management with your professional responsibilities."\\nEpisode references:\\n20 Best Ergonomics Books of All Time: https://bookauthority.org/books/best-ergonomics-books\\nErgonomics of the Self \\u2013 Posture, Motion and Your Inner Ergonomics: https://ergonomics.org/books/\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'