Wednesday, May 7, 2008

THE DESK DOES WONDERS

If you are a hard-working office person then you will find this part greatly useful. First, here are some tips to making your office environment, workout-friendly!
a. Clear the clutter from your desk. There is nothing stress-inducing than seeing a desk full of papers, pens and all sorts of stuff. One look at it and you get the feeling of being thoroughly busy most of the time. It is as if you have a mountain of things to do. Sort out the trash form the important things. Arrange paperwork by order of urgency. Prioritize. Keep pens and other writing materials in one place. That way you will not have to search high and low for them every time you need to jot something down.
b. Open those drawers. I’m sure you have a bar of Hershey’s or a packet of M&M’s hidden somewhere, especially when you need that boost of energy to make up for a missed lunch. Hmmm not a very good idea. I am already counting the calories inside your desk drawer. Give it away. Give away those extra pounds. Give away those extra inches. Anything extra should be shared I say.
c. Every office has its own water dispenser.To remind yourself to constantly be hydrated, make sure you have a cup or glass or a bottle to put your water in right on your desk. This way you will think about drinking more the moment you get a glance of that glass!
d. If you have the habit of hitting the gym after work, make sure you bring an extra pair of gym clothes or rubber shoes. Keep these under your desk to remind you to stick to your workout. This way you’ll have no excuse for missing gym class just because you forgot your sweats.
e. To combat the need for snacks at work, opt for healthier options instead of chocolate, cola and sweets. Instead be certain you have some dried fruit, yogurt, nuts and juice drinks to get you through the day. Bear in mind that this diet plan doesn’t mean you should deprive yourself. It means you get the same nourishment your body needs in proportion to the activities you do. No excess.
f. If you have dumb bells or weights, you can keep these in your office too. Hide them in a corner in your cubicle. That way, they will be accessible to you when you have a few minutes to spare.
g. Once you have cleared your desk of those snacks, promise yourself that no matter what, you will never eat on that office chair. During afternoon breaks, grab a handful of nuts or raisins and get out of that seat. Wander off to your office mate’s desk or walk outside for a breath of fresh air.
Now your office space is almost ready for your lazy workout plan.
we will list in the next post, simple ways to recreate your lifestyle may be just what you need in order to stay in shape minus all the fuss!

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