Whether you have kids at home, or a busy shift work schedule, there is always time to fit in your personal health and wellbeing. Small changes in your everyday routine can create healthy habits and help you see the smallest improvements toward your fitness goals. If possible, by changing sitting tasks to standing can greatly improve your mood and lead to overall health and wellness.
Exercising at Your Desk
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If you work an office job, it is easy to sit for the whole day at your desk. If possible, investing in a standing desk can mean you take breaks from sitting by spending at least an hour a day standing to combat back pain and stretch your legs.
If you work a desk job, consider speaking to a personal trainer about desk exercises you can do to keep your body moving and stretch out your muscles. Also, desk treadmills, or stationary bikes are a great tool in moving while you cannot move from your spot. If these are out of your budget, simply standing up every hour to stretch your legs, or take a lap around the office is beneficial in keeping you moving through the workday.
Many offices lately have modernised to include standing desks, giving staff opportunities to take breaks from the computers, or providing at work gyms for their employees. Talk to your management or Human Resources about ways you can stay active while staying productive.
Fitness Trackers & Apps
By using fitness tracking watches, you can receive reminders to stand up, or to go for a walk, and track your steps throughout the day. Many of these also have the ability to track sleep and heart rate, leading to overall well-being. While these are by no means a replacement for personal trainers, by receiving reminders through your phone or watch, it is harder to forget to exercise, and you can still focus on your wellness goals while working.
Walk Instead of Drive If Possible
Opting for public transit or walking can not only save you a few dollars in gas, parking, or car payments, but can also potentially save you time in finding time to exercise . By choosing to walk instead of driving for errands, to get to work, or spending time with friends, you can increase your time moving and get a good workout while staying on schedule with your day.
Did you know Toronto is the fifth most Walkable city in Canada? This means that shops, work, and entertainment could possibly be steps away from home, and investing in tools to help make errands easier on foot can give you medium intensity workouts while finishing the Saturday errands. Purchasing carts to carry groceries, or a comfy pair of shoes can make a big difference in how you complete your list of errands, while working towards becoming the best you.
Take The Stairs
If possible, taking the stairs instead of the escalator or elevator for a few floors can increase endurance, stamina, and provide an intense cardio and leg workout, while you get to where you need to go. These small changes may not seem like much, but are proven to increase your strength and help with weight loss and muscle development.
Skip The Gym With Personal Training At Home
If you don’t have time to go to the gym, working with a virtual or at home personal trainer can be beneficial in working with your unique schedule and getting customized workouts for your needs. Your personal trainer will not only come to your house, but will provide the tools and equipment needed for an hour, or even half hour long workout. Your personal trainer will work with your unique schedule, and work to find the best time to set aside an hour to workout with your trainer. Contact First Class Personal Training today to schedule your complimentary consultation and get started on the better you.
Gera is the Founder and Head Trainer of First Class Personal Training with over 20 years of professional experience, not only as a personal trainer but also as a nutrition and wellness counselor and a post rehabilitation specialist.
