<p>It is hard to find time to exercise, especially for those of us who work in an office. <br /><br /></p>.<p>Busy lifestyle, long working hours, unhealthy eating habits, lack of activity and Iifestyle related disorders lead to increase in waist circumference. <br /><br />Large waist circumference and excess abdominal fat (visceral fat) is a risk factor for developing heart and other obesity-related diseases. <br /><br />A high-risk waist circumference is: Male > 35.5 inches (90 cm); Female> 31.5 inches (80 cm). <br /><br />Office exercises<br /><br />If you're doing your best to set aside time for physical activity either before work or after work. But finding time to exercise can be a challenge for anyone who has a busy schedule. <br /><br />Here are a few tips -- make the most of your cornmute; walk to work; if you ride the bus, get off a few blocks early and walk the rest of the way; if you drive to work, park at the far end of the parking lot; look for opportunities to stand. <br /><br />You'll burn more calories standing than sitting. Trade instant messaging and phone calls for walks to other desks or offices.<br /><br /> Rather than hanging out in the lounge with coffee or a snack, take a brisk walk or do some gentle stretching; pull your chin toward your chest until you feel a stretch along the back of your neck, or slowly bring your shoulders up toward your ears. <br /><br />Activity patterns<br /><br />Stand up every half hour and walk around a bit. This will ensure continuous blood circulation in your arms and legs. <br /><br /> If you can afford to take longer breaks, take a short walk outside your building, and use the stairs instead of elevator. <br /> <br />Take advantage of the down time created by rebooting or large file downloads. Get up and take short walks around your floor. <br /><br />If you do not have many co-workers around, try something more ambitious such as doing a few push-ups, sit-ups, and/or jumping Jacks. <br /><br />Do exercises with the help of a few tools. <br /><br />Acquire a hand gripper. <br /><br />They are cheap, small and light. <br /><br />Invest in a large size stability ball or stability ball-style desk chair, and sit on it with back straight and abs firm, You burn calories stabilising your core and body on the ball. <br /><br />Use the actual ball form in moderation when typing, as this is probably not the most supportive seating to prevent carpal tunnel and tendinitis. <br /><br />Take a few deep breaths, to work your abdominal muscles, hold your stomach for a few seconds when breathing in, then release when breathing out. <br /><br />When muscles remain stationary, circulation decreases, muscles tire, and tasks become more uncomfortable to perform.<br /><br />Incorrect computer posture habits combined with long-term stationary sitting may cause medical problems known as Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) or Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI).<br /></p>
<p>It is hard to find time to exercise, especially for those of us who work in an office. <br /><br /></p>.<p>Busy lifestyle, long working hours, unhealthy eating habits, lack of activity and Iifestyle related disorders lead to increase in waist circumference. <br /><br />Large waist circumference and excess abdominal fat (visceral fat) is a risk factor for developing heart and other obesity-related diseases. <br /><br />A high-risk waist circumference is: Male > 35.5 inches (90 cm); Female> 31.5 inches (80 cm). <br /><br />Office exercises<br /><br />If you're doing your best to set aside time for physical activity either before work or after work. But finding time to exercise can be a challenge for anyone who has a busy schedule. <br /><br />Here are a few tips -- make the most of your cornmute; walk to work; if you ride the bus, get off a few blocks early and walk the rest of the way; if you drive to work, park at the far end of the parking lot; look for opportunities to stand. <br /><br />You'll burn more calories standing than sitting. Trade instant messaging and phone calls for walks to other desks or offices.<br /><br /> Rather than hanging out in the lounge with coffee or a snack, take a brisk walk or do some gentle stretching; pull your chin toward your chest until you feel a stretch along the back of your neck, or slowly bring your shoulders up toward your ears. <br /><br />Activity patterns<br /><br />Stand up every half hour and walk around a bit. This will ensure continuous blood circulation in your arms and legs. <br /><br /> If you can afford to take longer breaks, take a short walk outside your building, and use the stairs instead of elevator. <br /> <br />Take advantage of the down time created by rebooting or large file downloads. Get up and take short walks around your floor. <br /><br />If you do not have many co-workers around, try something more ambitious such as doing a few push-ups, sit-ups, and/or jumping Jacks. <br /><br />Do exercises with the help of a few tools. <br /><br />Acquire a hand gripper. <br /><br />They are cheap, small and light. <br /><br />Invest in a large size stability ball or stability ball-style desk chair, and sit on it with back straight and abs firm, You burn calories stabilising your core and body on the ball. <br /><br />Use the actual ball form in moderation when typing, as this is probably not the most supportive seating to prevent carpal tunnel and tendinitis. <br /><br />Take a few deep breaths, to work your abdominal muscles, hold your stomach for a few seconds when breathing in, then release when breathing out. <br /><br />When muscles remain stationary, circulation decreases, muscles tire, and tasks become more uncomfortable to perform.<br /><br />Incorrect computer posture habits combined with long-term stationary sitting may cause medical problems known as Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) or Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI).<br /></p>
