Effective Ways to Combat Chronic Sitting:

1)     A standing desk – This is a relatively new approach to office work. A standing desk allows a person to remain standing while working, thus providing the opportunity to keep  circulation flowing and perhaps move about in place. Purchasing a new desk isn't necessary. Opting for a working space at a high countertop or table will suffice.

2)    Walk and talk – Work for a company that loves to gather in the conference room for small meetings?  Suggest holding think tanks while walking and talking in the halls or the great outdoors, if weather permits. This changes the atmosphere of the meetings and allows participants to steal some stimulation and exercise time from the workday.

3)    Treadmills – A computer screen and keyboard on a stand can be arranged on most treadmills, allowing the user to remain moving while working. Of course, it’s not recommended that someone sprints, but maintaining a slow, steady pace can do wonders for fitness. Even slow movements burn calories and muscle activity related to moving helps  break down fats and sugars in the body.

4)    Parking further away – Any activity equals progress. If possible, park the car a few blocks away from the workplace and take a stroll to the office or factory. Take the stairs a few times a day instead of the elevator. And use lunch hours to break up the physical monotony of the day. This will improve both mental and physical health.

5)    Ditch dessert for an evening walk – After dinner, head for a brisk stroll instead of making a beeline for the recliner. It doesn’t have to be a long walk, just up and down the block. Again, some activity is better than no activity.