Most of us work from a desk everyday, whether you’re a student, remote worker or working from an office, this is about something we can all relate to. It’s the feeling of tension and sluggishness that can come from sitting at our desks all day long. It feels like our bodies are begging for a break sometimes. Somehow, at the end of the work day we all sit around with aching backs, watching chiropractors on TikTok, wishing we could get cracked for some relief. Well, we have some suggestions to let you know that we’ve got your back, literally. Today, we’re talking about desk workouts. They’re some simple exercises to help us relieve that stiffness and increase our energy right in the comfort of our office space.
You know that feeling when our back starts to ache, our neck feels stiff, and our energy levels drop so low. Yeah, we’ve all been there.
When it comes to relieving our bodies from being in one position for a long time, we’d need to understand the power of stretching. It’s necessary to stretch your muscles out and relieve the stiffness. We can start by reaching our arms up high and taking a deep breath in, then slowly bending to one side and then the other. Remember, gentle stretches can work wonders in releasing tension and improving blood circulation. We can also do as much as touch our toes.
Next up, you can make work fun by listening to some music and dancing in your chair. Please don’t worry about looking crazy to your co-workers. You could introduce them to the routine as well. We can sway side to side, tap our feet, and maybe even just shake your body. And, this is the one time we shouldn’t skip leg exercises. We can do leg lifts, ankle circles, and even some squats. We like to do this while on our break or we pause for some minutes to do them. These mini workouts can help us stay active and boost our circulation throughout the day. Plus, they’re so simple, even an eleven-year-old could do them!
Another thing that is helpful is standing up. Sometimes, you just need to standing and let the blood circulate. A good sign is when your glutes are getting numb. If you have some minutes to spare then please take a few steps around your office space.
Lastly, we think it’s essential to keep our posture in check. The key is sitting up straight, shoulders back, and having our chin parallel to the ground. Not only do we look good doing it but also helps us feel more confident and helps our backs, neck ache less.
Remember, small steps lead to big changes, so let’s take care of ourselves and do our office workouts without shame. You’ve got this, and we’re right here with you every step of the way.
