Hard at work!

Does 1 hour of working out per day make up for the other 23 sedentary ones? Between sitting for hours on at our desks, to sitting in front of the tv, or even the sitting when we are being social needs more than that one hour workout. The more efficient and competent we get at our jobs the more work and time at work we get. And, even when we are not at the "office" for our jobs, we are at home but working, still sitting on our butts.

We forget that there are many things that we can do each day to burn those extra calories to keep that weight off. But things have become so much more convenient that it's almost impossible to do anything active or physical on a regular day. I know several people who have solved this by biking, walking or stepping while they are at their desks (treadmills at their desks, stair climbers, stationary bikes!). If these are not feasible, nor something you want to do while at the office, there are still many simple things such as standing at your desk instead of sitting. Don't park as close as you can, find a spot where you need to walk and use your legs a bit. Take the stairs instead of using the elevator. Take the longer route to get to the water cooler or the restroom. All these are good ways of burning some excess calories.

Imagine if you could just fiddle a bit more throughout the day, you could burn as much as 500 extra calories per day! Just try to find ways to move more throughout the day rather than killing yourself during an hour when you are tired anyway.

Finding what fits for you is not the easiest thing in the world, but start small. Look at your office space and find out if you can fit something under you desk, or can stand while you are working. If you need any ideas or have any questions, I'm here to help. And, if you have your own tips to share with us, please do! Now, start moving, and feel better!!