Wellness Tips for Employees in Corporate America
In corporate America, you can get lost in the whirlwind of everyday task management. Nowadays, we become more and more aware of our surrounding and how it affects us. This goes especially for the workplaces. In an environment where you are either standing up or sitting down for a long period, you know that you need stress relief.
How to take control of your health?
You are in the center of a storm. Corporate America is breathing down your neck. You only have yourself to rely on, and you try to make the best out of it.
So, take a deep breath, close your eyes, and clear your mind for a minute. Let your mind create a white background. This is where you start writing your goals – less stress, more fresh air? Even if you can’t walk out of your office right away, you can still do some things. Trust us, the suggestions below will help you improve your wellness.
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Movement is key – whenever you are feeling like you have been sitting down for a long time, have a walk around the office. Experts advise for at least some small movement after prolonged sitting. The first thing you will experience is gratitude toward yourself for doing that, remember, the human body is designed to move most of the time.
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Setting boundaries – it is something that might be a challenge, especially in an environment such as corporate America. Tight deadlines and long hours make up for the stress that keeps accumulating in the body. Take this as a way to prioritize yourself. Try setting some boundaries and say “NO” once in a while. You will be grateful to yourself for doing it.
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Nutrition – another way to prioritize yourself is to keep track of what you consume. Even though that schedule of yours is all filled out, you should still have the time to eat a nutritious meal. Still, nutrition is a big aspect of healthy living and shouldn’t be neglected. Opt for a cooked meal instead of a dry sandwich. Having control over what you consume is vital in this process.
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Hydration – water is the single element that could bring some light and glow to your face. Hydration is important, especially if you are working longer hours. In this case, we found that keeping a glass of water on your desk helps a lot. When that glass is empty, you can stand up and refill it.
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Posture – once you have come to terms that sitting is crucial to your workplace, we will talk posture. Keeping your back straight and your legs in a normal position will lead to less pain later on.
Don’t be modest about your situation. Access it as it is and face reality. If you feel like you have become a part of the well-oiled machine that is corporate America, then you might just be in the right place. We can help you relax, unwind, and remove all that tension from your body.
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