desk stretches

Sitting at a desk all day doesn’t sound strenuous, but it can cause the body to feel stiff and knots to form. Just like it’s important to stretch after a workout, it’s important to stretch if you’re sitting in the same position for multiple hours a day. It will help get the blood flowing, loosen up the muscles and calm the mind after a long day’s work.

For best results, perform each stretch at least once a day or twice if you have time. Hold the stretches for 20- to 30-seconds, don’t bounce the stretch, and only work within a range of motion where you feel the stretch, but not pain.

Staying active with an office job isn’t impossible, but it does take a lot more planning and organization. The best strategy is to find ways to sneak in activity throughout the day.

There are effective ways that you can combat the damage you do by sitting hunched over a computer for long periods of time. Take these for example. You can do them right at your desk to improve circulation, bad posture; rounded shoulders; tight wrists, neck, and back muscles; and to boost your overall core strength so sitting all day long is much easier on your body.