26Aug

3 Ways to Incorporate Movement Into Your Days at the Office

In-Shape | 26 Aug, 2021 | Wellness Tips & Trends | Return|

While many of us are excited to be back working in a physical office, it can be difficult getting in as much movement as we could during that WFH life. If you used to walk around the block between meetings or squeeze in a workout during your lunch break, you might find yourself feeling antsy by the end of your shift.

Here are three easy ways to add movement back into your schedule to help you feel alert and focused through your entire workday.

 

1. Use the restroom on a different floor

As long as you’re staying adequately hydrated, your body will make sure you get up for stretch breaks—so when it’s time to take a restroom break, head to the restroom on a different floor and use the stairs.

 

2. Set a timer

Many fitness trackers offer movement reminders that will buzz each hour if you don’t take enough steps. If you don’t have a fitness tracker, set a timer on your phone every hour so you make sure to get up, stretch and get in some quick steps. Virtual calendar reminders to take longer walks on your breaks can be helpful, too—as long as you don’t ignore them!

 

3. Take a walking meeting

If your meeting is with someone outside of the office, phone meetings can easily be done while you get in some steps. If you’re meeting with your team in person, suggest a walking meeting instead of sitting together in your stuffy office. This works especially well for brainstorming meetings, since movement will help get your creative juices flowing!  

About the Author

Related

Ideas For Father’s Day Fitness Gifts

Ideas For Father’s Day Fitness Gifts

If the fathers in your life have been interested in fitness and working out for a while, they probab...

Read More >
3 Nutrient-Rich Dinners for Vibrant Health

3 Nutrient-Rich Dinners for Vibrant Health

Nutrient-rich dinners go beyond mere sustenance, they offer a variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxi...

Read More >
How Community Boosts Longevity

How Community Boosts Longevity

Ever wondered if there’s a secret ingredient to a long, happy life? Well, it turns out, there might...

Read More >
3 Stretches You Should Do Every Day, According to a Yoga Instructor

3 Stretches You Should Do Every Day, According to a Yoga Instructor

With your busiest days in mind, we asked Coach Jacqueline, yoga instructor and In-Shape’s Director ...

Read More >
4 Superfoods for Longevity to Add to Your Diet

4 Superfoods for Longevity to Add to Your Diet

In the pursuit for a long and vibrant life, what you eat plays a crucial role. While maintaining an ...

Read More >
3 Exercises On The Bosu Ball To Improve Your Balance

3 Exercises On The Bosu Ball To Improve Your Balance

Ever tried using a Bosu ball? This unique piece of equipment can be used for SO many exercises, you ...

Read More >