Staying healthy and active in an office

At ARF, everyone in the office is watching what they eat and trying their hardest to get a workout in. But working in an office can be a place of great temptation and workout laziness. On that note, here are a few tips to help you stay healthy and active.

1.       Have a stock of healthy snacks at your desk. There is always someone in the office that loves bringing in treats for everyone else. Usually, those treats are not exactly the healthiest option. Having a snack drawer give you options and the opportunity to make a good decision.

2.       Feel free to fidget. Did you know that fidgeting can burn up to 350 calories a day? That’s right! 350 calories. So go ahead, tap your feet and talk with your hands.

3.       Pack your own lunch. Doing this gives you control over what you eat. Also, you save TONS of money.

4.       Replace your chair with an exercise ball. Balancing yourself on an exercise ball workouts your abs, helps you with balance, and relieves stress from your lower back. So what if you look a little funny, at least your back will feel AMAZING.

5.       Drink lots of water. Not only is water extremely good for you, but the more water you drink, the more you have to get up and use the bathroom.

6.       The power of a water bottle. While at your desk, you can do a few bicep curls. Just use a water bottle as dumbbell and if anyone catches you, pretend you were just having a drink.

7.       Take the stairs. Skip the elevator and take the long way. This helps you get in a few extra burned calories.

These are just a few tips, but they are sure to set you on your way to feeling healthier. They may be small, but add up when they are used together.