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Movement is one of the most important things for our body. It is practically designed to move.
A lack of movement can seriously endanger the human musculoskeletal system. All kinds of studies come to this conclusion. In addition, the lack of movement increases the risk of developing diabetes and getting heart problems. Even depression can be the result of a lack of movement.
So seize every (reasonable) opportunity to get up from your office chair. For example, do not place your printer in the room where you work, but go to it when you want to read or archive printed texts. If you have something to discuss with your colleagues, visit them in their offices. This not only saves you a lot of emails, it also improves collaboration and promotes movement.
If you have a desk whose height you can adjust, alternate regularly between sitting and standing work. Perhaps there is also a higher chest of drawers in the office or even a standing desk somewhere in the company where you can work while standing. There are also height-adjustable desk converters on the market that you can place on your work desk. You can even buy beer crate desk attachments now, which you can use to set up a suitable standing desk in your office. You have the choice, use one of them!
Change your working posture regularly: from sitting to standing and back. The change has an extremely beneficial effect on your body and also promotes your productivity.
If the topic of ergonomics in the office or home office appeals to you and you are interested in learning more, I can recommend my book 'Wellness in the Office'. Combined with humorous drawings, I share 50+1 tips to turn your office into a little paradise.
50+1 tips to turn the office into a little paradise.
