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It’s a constant struggle for most of us to constantly stay fit, and therefore healthy. The work constantly being shoved onto us, and the many distractions, especially Email, don’t seem to help either. Thankfully there are certain exercises which can be done in the office, some of them being adaptions from full-blown stretches and other fitness activities.
Lifehack.org (which should be in everyone’s bookmarks) has put together a large list of 29 exercises you can do near you office desk. These are all nearly categorized, and so it might not be a bad idea to make a print-out!
Here’s some exercises you can do from the Feet and Legs section:
- Toe raises. Lift your toes while keeping your heels firmly on the ground. While you can do this exercise standing, it works very well while seated.
- Football foot drill. At practice, football players practice rapidly tapping their feet in place, simulating a run. Do the same thing while seated, for 30 seconds at a go.
- Take the stairs. If you need a harder workout, try taking them two at a time — you’ll get a chance to stretch your legs more than you would otherwise.
- Calf raises. Stand in front of a desk or other piece of furniture you can hold on to for balance. Raise your heels of the floor and slowly lower them.
April 12, 2008 at 03:52
I think its great to have 29 different office exercises. I’m just a bit worried that if you have to exercise in the office, maybe you’re working just a bit too much. Work and finances are a main priority. But your health is first and foremost. If you’re not healthy you can’t work. I feel that its extremely important for everyone to make time for themselves outside of work. IE: exercise Even if its just 15-20 of walking. Make time for you.