Tied to a desk for your 9-5 job? 7 cardiologist-approved habits can make your desk job healthier
Set up a corner for your work desk. Decked it up with a whiteboard, essential and charming stationery items, and sticky notes. Even ordered a comfortable chair that can support your back while you’re brainstorming and head-scratching!
Think that’s all it takes for a healthy upgrade while you’re at a desk job? Think again.
Being tied to your desk all day for that 9-5 comes with quite a few perks, true. But it also comes with a plethora of cons. On one hand, you don’t have to worry about getting stuck in the middle of the traffic on a busy day, or about braving storms and getting drenched in rain. But what about the internal organs of your own body?
The signs might be subtle initially, but being stuck in a chair all day long, your heart might be giving away urgent and repeated SOS signals. In fact, a recent study, published in JAMA Network Open, found that working a sedentary desk job can increase heart disease risk by 34% and raise overall death risk by 16% compared to more active jobs. Even regular workouts after hours can’t fully reverse the damage of sitting too much. But fear not! You’re not alone. It’s become a people’s problem now. The good news? Even minor changes can make a big difference.
We’ve rounded up seven cardiologist-approved habits that are easy, fun, and perfect for your desk job life. These simple habits will boost circulation, zap stress, and protect your heart, without leaving a dent in your cubicle-centric life.
Ready to give your hectic workday a smart twist?
