Burn Calories at Your Desk!

Burn Calories at Your Desk!

1.    Research has indicated more than 15-20 minutes sitting down at desk can be harmful to the back. Try standing and performing 20 squats or lunges to release tension in the lower back and work the legs at the same time every 20 minutes throughout the day.

2.    Alternate between 10-20 abdominal and butt contractions. Start by exhaling deeply, drawing the abs to the spine then tighten the buttocks for a count of three and relax. Not only will you be working the abs and booty but improves your posture at the same time.

3.    While taking calls at the desk stand and perform calf raises and side leg raises. Don’t under estimate the power of fitting small amounts of exercises through out the day. You’re still stressing the muscles which will re-build stronger and more defined

4.    Get rid of your desk chair and substitute an exercise ball, the instability of the ball engages your abs, back, legs and butt muscles  in order to balance on the ball. It’s also a great tool to have assessable for some traditional abdominal crunches while waiting for the copier.  

5. Run on the spot while you’re at your desk and pump your arms for a quick energy pick-me-up. Burn extra calories and get some valuable oxygen around the body to the brain to keep you focused on your work, increase productivity and release stress