5 Ways to Be Fit While You Type
If you spend an average of 3 hours a day working on the computer, in one year’s time, that would equal 1,095 hours of sitting. Whether you’re checking your blog or emails, you most likely are sitting pretty still for that entire time, except for your fingers. How can you get the rest of your body actively engaged so that you can even lose weight when typing?
1. Set a timer to go off in 5 minute intervals. Every 5 minutes, get up and do 10 jumping jacks or 10 push-ups. You can do 10 of anything. Get creative, move around, and then right back to typing.
2. Use a resistance band. Put a round resistance band around your ankles. As you type, move your legs out and in.
3. Stretch constantly. Being in the same position in front of the computer leads to stiffness and sore muscles. Try tilting your head from left to right, rolling your shoulders back, or reaching up to the ceiling.
4. Stand up when reading. If you’re reading a long email or article, stand up. Enjoy a different posture and sit down when you’re done.
5. Sit on an exercise ball instead of a chair. Sitting on the ball will improve your posture at the computer. It will also strengthen your abs and back without even trying.
Practice these five tips when you’re sitting on the computer. Hey, you can get started right now!
Here’s to making the most of every moment,
Arlene Pellicane
