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Standing Desks Standing desks have become popular for a variety of reasons. The obvious one is the health benefits. A standing desk allows the user to stretch the body out, increase blood flow, engage the core, glutes and leg muscles which relieves the pain associated with sitting all day. The other benefits associated with standing desks are employees feeling more energised, leading to improved productivity and overall better cognitive performance. Featured in the photo is Knut Klimmek at the standing desk he designed and built. Are you using a standing desk?

HOW TO STRETCH YOUR NECK First of all, why should you stretch your neck? Stretching helps relax tight muscles, improves flexibility, and reduces the risk of neck pain and stiffness. To properly stretch your neck, gently tilt your head to one side until you feel a stretch along the opposite side of your neck. Hold for 15-30 seconds, then switch sides. You can also gently tilt your head forward and backward to stretch the front and back of your neck. Do these stretches when you feel tension or stiffness in your neck, or after long periods of sitting or working at a computer. If this post was a much needed reminder to stretch and care for yourself while working, follow @proergonomics for a NEW TIP every TUESDAY! Connect with us for a professional ergonomic training session or full assessment ⤵️ ✉️ info@proergonomics.ca | 📞 647-729-4454 | 🌐 proergonomics.ca PROfessional | PROactive | PROductive #stretch #neckstretch #neckpain #workfromhometips #workplacedesign #workplacewellness #workplaceculture #workplacesafety #workplacehealth #ontariobusiness #ontarioworkers #workfromhome #ergonomic #workfromhomemom #workfromhomedad #homeoffice #wfh #wfhlife #barriebusiness #torontobusiness #muskokabusiness #canadianbusiness #ottawa #vancouver #edmonton #albertabusiness #bcbusiness #halifaxbusiness

Hand Health Hacks: 5 Quick Exercises for Office Warriors   🚀 Elevate your hand health game with DynaGaunt's Hand Health Hacks! 🖐️💪 Unleash the Office Warrior within and conquer discomfort with these five quick exercises designed for your hands.   1️⃣ Finger and Hand Flex: Boost finger flexibility and dexterity with this simple yet effective exercise.   2️⃣ Wrist Circles: Release tension by making gentle circles with your wrists. A mini-break that works wonders!   3️⃣ Keyboard Tap Dance: Turn typing into a rhythmic exercise, engaging your hands in a harmonious dance.   4️⃣ Stretch & Squeeze: Stretch your fingers wide, then squeeze them into a fist. Repeat for an instant energy boost.   5️⃣ Air Typing Symphony: Take your fingers on a rhythmic journey of air typing to enhance hand agility.   Incorporate these hacks into your daily routine for a hand health revolution! 🌐💼 #HandHealthHacks #OfficeWarriors #DynaGaunt

Treadmill desks: The next step forward?    At Basesite we are always looking for new ways to innovate and optimize. You have probably heard of standing desks.... but what about treadmill desks?  🏃🏃 We need to go back a bit... it’s the late 90s.... health professionals around the world are worried about the impact of screens on our health. Sound familiar? Doctor James Levine, Director of Obesity Solutions at the Mayo Clinic proposes the idea of the treadmill desk. The goal? To optimize your life by increasing physical activity during a work day. 🏋🏻 Dr. Levine's study found that utilizing a treadmill desk might burn between 100 and 130 calories per hour.  It might help you feel less guilty to reach for that KitKat. Fast forward to the present and Silicon Valley has taken treadmill desks to its heart (quite literally). To boost productivity or just keep their folks at the office longer, Google, Microsoft and Evernote have been early adopters. It may not be for everyone, but could treadmill desks make the shortlist for must-have employee benefits in the workspace? Time will tell. 🚶💻 #innovation #office #running #basesite

#HealthyHumans: Energize your work routine with these three simple exercises that keep you active without leaving your chair. #HH152

#HealthyHumans: Energize your work routine with these three simple exercises that keep you active without leaving your chair. #HH152

In the chaos of our professional lives, it can be easy to miss the impact being seated at our desk for extended periods has on our wellbeing. Our posture can take a hit while at work, and poor posture can lead to a range of health issues like back and neck pain to name a few. Therefore maintaining proper posture is essential if we want to avoid pain and keep working productively, luckily we've made a list of 5 tips so you can do just that! Check it out here! https://lnkd.in/e_BCDb7X

Did you know that working in an office environment can take a toll on your upper back? Spending hours hunched over a desk can lead to discomfort, stiffness, and even chronic pain. But fear not, 👍🏼 stay pain-free and productive! 🌟 Exercise 1: Desk Shoulder Rolls Sit up straight in your chair and roll your shoulders backward in a circular motion. This exercise helps relieve tension in the upper back and promotes better posture. Aim for 10 backward rolls, then switch to forward rolls for another 10 reps. 🌟 Exercise 2: Cow-cat pose While seated, place your hands on your knees and arch your back, bringing your shoulder blades together (Cow Pose). Hold for a few seconds, then round your back, pushing your shoulder blades apart (Cat Pose). Repeat this gentle stretch 10 times to alleviate upper back stiffness. 🌟 Exercise 3: Wall Angels Stand with your back against a wall and your arms extended out to the sides, forming a "W" shape. Slowly slide your arms up the wall as high as you comfortably can, keeping your back and head against the wall. Then, lower them back down. Repeat this movement 10 times to strengthen your upper back muscles. By incorporating these simple exercises into your office routine, you can combat upper back pain, improve posture, and enhance your overall well-being. Remember to take breaks throughout the day to stretch and move around! You always can create a pain-free and productive work environment for you and your employees 💼💪🏻 #OfficeWellness #UpperBackHealth #ProductivityMatters #WorkplaceComfort

If you frequently sit or stand at a desk, you've probably experienced some form of ache or pain as a result. Our posture guide will show you how to set up your workstation, stretches to do to avoid getting tight, uncomfortable muscles, and how to correct your posture to stay relaxed and energised whilst at work. Read now: https://buff.ly/3I4gAtf #WorkFromHome #WFHSetup #HomeOfficeSetup #PostureSupport #PostureMatters

Take 1% of your business day to undo the damage of working at a computer. Try this 5-minute desk flexibility routine. It addresses common muscle tightness that can develop from using a computer. Here are the 5 stretches: 1) Wrist flexor stretch:  Our wrists can get stiff from lack of movement when we type.  Get some mobility back with this stretch. 2) Wrist extensor stretch:  Stretch out the antagonist muscle to you wrist flexors to get some more blood flow going to the wrists and hands. 3) Thoracic extension:  Hunching over in your chair, or even standing with less than ideal posture can result in some tightness.  Try this stretch to open up the chest and shoulders. 4) Hip flexor stretch:  Sitting can cause tight hip flexors.  Stretch them out without even getting out of your seat! 5) Hamstring stretch: Your hamstrings are in a shortened position while you sit.  Try stretching them out from a kneeling or standing position to give them some length. Take 5-minutes out of your business day to work on taking care of your body. Make it a habit, and I bet you’ll be feeling more energized and productive in no time. P.S. ♻️ Please share this so others can benefit from some desk flexibility! ♻️ #healthandwellness #flexibility