LET’S GET PHYSICAL

DON’T QUIT, Get Fit

The great thing about summer is that the temperatures rise, the days are longer, allowing you to enjoy outdoors activities. We’ve selected 5 ways you can stay in shape this summer, whilst also having fun!

1. Say goodbye to treadmills! Working out outdoors is always more enjoyable. Take advantage of the warm weather to go on runs, walks or bike rides around the park.

2. Practice swimming either in your local pool or if you are on holiday. Swimming is one of the most complete exercises you can do, as it works every single muscle in your body. Long swims will both tone your body and help you disconnect your mind.

3. Have fun practicing water sports! Whether it’s paddleboard, windsurf, wakeboard, kayak or water ski, there are many fun water activities that you can practice with friends and family that will also keep you in shape!

4. Walk whenever possible. Make the most of the summer weather to walk instead of taking public transport or taxis. We underestimate the power of walking, yet it is great way to stay in shape and destress.

5. Hydration is key for staying healthy over the summer. More than 40% of people who exercise are at least partially dehydrated during their workouts. The increased temperatures and activity can lead you to need more water than usual. During the warmer months, you should drink roughly two and a half litres per day!

Stay Fit WHILE YOU SIT

Even if you’ve set fitness goals and are totally motivated to make a change this summer, getting yourself to the gym after work is more than half the battle. However, by making a few simple adjustments to your daily routine including simple activities from your desk or in the office can have many benefits including aiding in natural pain relief by fixing your posture or building lower body and core strength.

Take a short walk

Just because you work from a desk, doesn’t mean you need to be glued to your desk all day. Get up at least once every hour to walk around, go to the bathroom, take a walk to get a drink or complete some cleaning tasks throughout the day.

It’s tempting to sit and relax on your lunch break, but by lunch, your body can benefit from a short walk. Try and incorporate at least a 15-minute walk daily on your lunch break to remain active! For bonus points, avoid using the elevator and opt for the stairs!

Desk stretches

Unbroken periods of sitting are worse for health where posture declines over time. Don’t forget to be conscious of your posture when sitting at a desk all day. Take 1-3 minutes daily to stretch, helping re-activate your muscles.

Eye exercise

It seems everyone is staring at a computer screen, phone or other digital device these days; causing digital eye strain. Blinking is very important when working at a computer; blinking moistens your eyes to prevent dryness and irritation. Another way to reduce your risk of tiring your eyes by constantly focusing on your screen, look away from your computer at least every 20 minutes and gaze at a distant object (at least 20 feet away) for at least 20 seconds.

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