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BE HEALTHY AT WORK
4. Exercise during lunch or before work.
I do a 5 a.m. class and there is always a waiting list of people
that are trying to fit in their workout before work. If you are not
a morning person, then take a class during lunch. It will make
you feel a lot more energetic throughout the day.
5. Take a mental break.
Little breaks as short as two minutes can surprisingly re-
energize you. Close your eyes for a short time and take deep
breaths. Inhale and exhale ten times, concentrating just on
your breathing.
M
y job keeps me healthy. Not only do I have to be
on my feet, but it requires a lot of exercise and
a nutritious diet. However, for those who sit for
extend periods in their office, it might not be that
simple and may require a few changes to your routine. The good
news is that it is possible, and you can make a huge impact on
your physical and mental well-being.
6. Stay hydrated.
Staying hydrated also keeps you energized. Make sure you
bring a bottle of water with you to work and drink throughout
the day. You will feel much better if you are well hydrated and
are less likely to crave that high-sugar latte at 4 p.m.
Start by incorporating one or two of these into your routine and
work your way up to a much healthier lifestyle.
1. Get up and walk around
Try getting up from your desk every hour. You can walk
around for a few minutes, take a bathroom break and stretch.
If you have the space, you can also try investing in a small,
tall desk where you can stand and work on the computer.
2. Invest in a fitness tracker
A fitness tracker can keep you accountable for how much
activity you are actually doing. Your goal should be to do
at least 10,000 steps per day. If at the end of the day you
are short on steps, walk around the block until you reach
your goal. You can also track the number of calories you are
burning throughout the day as well as monitoring your sleep
at night.
3. Pack a healthy lunch.
If you prepare in advance, there is less temptation to reach
for the donut or the muffin someone has brought into
the office. Pack healthy snacks to keep your blood sugar
regulated and ensure that you don’t crash during the day.
You can meal prep the night before, cutting up your favorite
vegetables and fruits to take to work.
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Angelica Gavaldon
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Angelica Gavaldon is an internationally
recognized tennis player and the Health and
Beauty Contributor for Giving Back Magazine.
She currently runs a tennis training program
and clinics in Coronado. For more information,
call (619) 424-4000.