Office spaces are not prepared to allow
movement. This makes it easy to gain weight. Adding 10 kg to your frame while
sitting idle at the desk can take only a few years. Desk jobs are known to add
stress on the wrist, eyes and can result in loss of muscle mass.
Stress is another consequence of office work. 29%
of office workers have reported that they have felt stressed out. Prolonged
contact with stress can lead to depression, cardiovascular disease, lack of
vitality and other health problems. The risk of contracting heart diseases
increases by 60 percent. You are also at risk for certain types of cancer.
To put it
simply, sitting is a silent threat which you must be aware of.
Shoulder Stretch: Place one hand under the elbow. Lift your
elbow and stretch it across your chest. Don’t rotate your body while you
stretch. Hold the position for 15 to 30 seconds as you feel tension in the back
of your shoulder. Relax and slowly return to the starting position. Repeat the
stretch with the other arm.
Chest Stretch: Place your hands behind your head. Squeeze your shoulder blades together, bringing your elbows back as far as possible. Relax and slowly return to the starting position. Repeat as needed.
Standing Thigh Stretch: Stand up straight, placing one
hand on a chair or desk for stability. Grab one of your ankles and bring it up
toward your buttock. Remember to maintain an upright position, keeping your
back straight and your knees parallel to one another. Hold the stretch for 15
to 30 seconds. You will feel tension in the front of your thigh. Relax and
slowly turn to the starting position. Repeat the stretch with your other
leg. 
Upper Arm Stretch: Lift one arm and bend it behind
your head. Place your other hand on the bent elbow to help stretch your upper
arm and shoulder. Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds. Relax and slowly
return to the starting position. Repeat
the stretch with the other arm.
Aah! Really Relaxing! Keep Up!
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