A new study shows that a 15-minute exercise can help to prevent the damage caused by nine hours of desk-bound work. The study also says that workers can improve their mental health through simple movement breaks. The study was conducted by ASICS to commemorate World Mental Health Day.
The researchers found that even two hours of desk-based jobs can impact an individual’s mental health and stress levels increase significantly after four hours of work. However, incorporating 15 minutes of physical activity into the working day can help to mitigate these effects. When participants began moving during their workday, they experienced reduced stress levels and reported feeling more relaxed, tranquil and resilient, according to a report in express.
co.uk. Exercise can also help to improve your physical health along with mental health after prolonged hours of sitting at your desk.
If you spend more than 3-4 hours per day seated while working, you’re increasing your risk of heart disease, cancer, arthritis, obesity, accelerated ageing, muscular stiffness and postural problems. However, with straightforward daily routines and mobility exercises, you can combat the side-effects of sitting. These exercises include: LungesSquatsWalkingSpinal twistsShoulder rolls and shrugsArm raisesWrist stretches Stretching can help to reduce the rigidity caused due to extended periods of sitting and can help in correcting your posture.
Concentrate on expanding your chest, mobilising your spine and ro.