SIMPLE EXERCISES THAT YOU CAN DO IN OFFICE

Now, let’s say you work in an office where you have a closed cubicle all to yourself, one that allows you some privacy. We are going to use that to your advantage. There are more exercises you can do in your office provided you have the benefit of a much larger space. Here are some of them.
1. “The Wall Squat” – Stand with your back against the wall. Then slowly ease yourself to a sitting position, your thighs should be forming a right angle with your legs. Make sure your thighs are parallel to the floor. Hold this position. Remain this way until your knees begin to quiver. Record the time, this will be your baseline. Do this several times a week, you will begin to feel your buttocks and thigh muscles tighten. You may increase your time to 3-5 seconds longer than the baseline. But as I’ve mentioned before, be careful of straining your muscles too much. Increase your time slowly. Never force it.
2. “The Tummy Tuck” – whatever position you are in, whether it's sitting down or standing up, remind yourself continually to always tuck your tummy. It’s like consciously putting that tummy where it really belongs, tucked in that is. Once you get used to this, it will gradually tighten your abdominal muscles, making it easier to get those fabulous abs! Tuck it in!
3. “The Chair Sit-ups” – this is just like your typical sit-up, except that in this sitting position you get to work with your lower body as well as your tummy. As a bonus, it doesn’t hurt your back as much. First, get comfy on your favorite chair or couch (which ever is more comfortable and available to you). Sit at the edge of the seat, with half of your buttocks on the seat and the other half not touching it at all. Next, keep your hands under your head (as in doing sit ups). Then start lifting your legs and buttocks towards your body while bending your upper body towards your waist as well. As I said, this will feel like your typical sit ups only with your legs off the floor. Do this for sixteen counts then rest for 5 counts and do it again. In no time you will shed inches off of your waistline!
4. “The Wall Push”- If you want to work on those arms without breaking too much sweat, then the four walls of your office just might be the best equipment for you. Start by facing the wall, approximately a foot’s length away. Then, brace your hands over the wall. This position is the same for doing push ups on the floor. Simply pretend you’re upside down. Ready for the pushing? Now do the push ups with your hands against the wall, your weight on your arms. Do this for sixteen counts, pause for a few seconds and breathe slowly. Then do another sixteen. You can do as many cycles as you like but for beginners it would be safer to do about 2-4 cycles. You won’t want to strain those muscles when you still have a few typing jobs at the table.
5.DO BICEPS WITH PAPER WEIGHTS- If you have the kind of desk that’s cluttered with all kinds of paper weights then I have just the job for you. Paper weights can come in the form of marble, glass or wood. They are quite heavy in order to hold down all those pieces of office memos, letters, bills and the like. Get two of those paper weights. Pick the ones that weigh almost the same. Then start your workout. Imagine they’re real weights you use at the gym, your very own office dumbbells! Play a lively tune or use your computer’s media player. If you have an mp3 or Ipod you can listen to your favorite songs and get working on those biceps!