Friday, July 14, 2017

Best Tip: The Smartest Way To Avoid Sitting Disease

This easy trick is one way to avoid all the issues that can happen with a desk job.
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July 14, 2017
 

Getting up from your desk at lunchtime makes a big impact

Sitting disease is for real. According to the Mayo Clinic, neck and back pain can result from continuous hours stuck behind a desk. Poor posture and sitting in one position puts strain on your spine and the muscles that help support it. "Getting up, changing position and moving at lunch counters the effects of enforced immobility, enhancing your comfort for the rest of the day," says Dr. Andrew Pipe, chief of the division of prevention and rehabilitation at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. Leaving the office at lunch will stretch your spine and muscles, releasing pressure and eliminating discomfort. Plus, you'll trade that sickly florescent lighting and stale office air for sunshine and a refreshing breeze.

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