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Archive for May 1st, 2008

Need a break after hours at your desk?

In Exercise, Health on May 1, 2008 at 8:51 am

I have been sitting for hours at my desk as I have a deadline (and still have time to blog!). Searching online on how to get a good quick rest at work, I found tips from the American Heart Association on burning a few calories at the office:

  •  Brainstorm project ideas with co-workers while talking a walk;
  • Stand while talking on the telephone;
  • Walk down the hall to speak to someone, rather than using the telephone;
  • Take the stairs instead of the lifts (or elevators);
  • Schedule exercise time on your business calendar and treat it as any other important appointment (this is a brilliant idea);
  • Get off the bus (or cars for nearly all Bruneians) a few blocks early, and walk the rest of the way to work or home; and
  • Walk around the building during workday break or lunch.