I have a bad habit.
Minus my working lunch habit, can you spot the problem?
I’m stuck at a desk for eight hours with very little movement.
The deep abdominal work stimulates your digestive system, as well.
This pose also increases flexibility in the hips and wrists," according to Yoga Outlet.
This pose can also be modified to be done in the office.
Start by pushing your chair away from your desk a bit and crossing your legs.
Hold for a few breaths, gently lower yourself, switch your legs and repeat.
As you continue to practice this pose, the longer you’ll be able to hold.
Now roll your chair back and get back to work.
Chair v-sits
Another great core move, and arguably one of my favorites, is the v-sit.
Then lean back so that your upper back rests lightly on the seat back.
Contract abs and lift your right knee up, then place your foot back down on the floor."
If this is an option in your office, perfect!
), then I suggest using your desk as your base and getting in a fewincline push-ups.
Go ahead, drop and give me 20!
Then, push back up to a straight position.
One very important exercise we need to do regularly at our desks are wrist stretches.
Another option would be to place your fingers on the edge of your desk and stretch your fingers back.
According toMen’s Health, “When you sit a lot, your quads and hip flexors tighten.
Work towards pulling your left knee to parallel, and hold for a few breaths.
Then, switch legs, and hold.
Work towards holding this for a few minutes per side every day.
Chest opener
After sitting curled over your gear, your shoulders and neck fall forward.
To counteract this position, you should probably perform a chest opener.
You could try a seated cat or cow pose, orthis chest opener.
Draw your shoulders down and back, then hold.
Don’t forget to breathe!
Sit sideways on your chair, with your feet planted on the ground.
Twist your torso toward the back of the chair while holding onto the seat back.
With each inhale, work towards lengthening your spine, and with each exhale, twist further.
Switch out your chair for an exercise ball or get a standing or treadmill desk.
If you happen to find yourself wanting more, you’re free to alwayschange up your deskitself.
