Many people spend 8 hours a day, 5 days a week sitting at their office desk. This can cause numerous problems that impact on your health and wellbeing. Here are a couple of tips on how to keep healthy and boost energy levels throughout your day at the office.

Height Adjustable Desks

Standing is the new sitting! Height adjustable desks are proving ever popular and even more since they have been linked as a solution to health issues. Not only do they provide a wide range of flexibility but wristbands and controls with pre-set commands can help prompt individuals to get up and move, burning more of those stubborn calories . Back problems and posture issues can be a thing of the past with these great inventions.

Prevent Eye Strain

Recognise any of these symptoms; headache, difficulty focusing or increased sensitivity to light? These can all be prevented by adjusting your monitor to the correct position. Your screen monitor should be at least an arm’s length away to ensure comfortable and clear reading. This can be altered for individual needs but remember to ensure the text is clear and comfortable to read to prevent squinting.

Keep Hydrated

Water makes up 2 thirds of your body and performs a number of functions. These help towards maintaining energy levels and alertness which is all important whilst sitting at your office desk. The average amount consumed throughout the day is recommended to be 4 pints for the average person.

Interested in more tips and tricks? Take a look at these great exercises by ‘life hacker’ that can be done straight from your office chair.