Healthy working: tips for a fit and productive working day
We spend a large part of our day at work, whether at home or in the office. A good posture, sufficient exercise and a healthy environment are essential to stay productive and healthy. In this blog we share practical tips to work healthily, prevent physical complaints and keep your energy levels up. Whether you sit behind a desk, are on the road a lot or do standing work, these tips will help you find more balance in your working day. Read on and discover how small changes can make a big difference .
Posture: Make sure your feet are resting firmly on the footrest, with your knees at a 90-degree angle. This will help to relieve tension in your lower back and improve your posture.
Adjust your desk and chair: Make sure your monitor is at eye level, your thighs are parallel to the floor, and your arms are resting at a comfortable angle.
Taking breaks is essential : Stand up and stretch at least every hour. This helps relieve muscle tension and promotes blood circulation. A short walk can do wonders for your concentration and energy.
Hydration and nutrition : Make sure you drink plenty of water throughout the day and have healthy snacks on hand, such as nuts or fruit, to keep your energy levels up.
Ensure good lighting : Avoid eye strain and headaches by ensuring your work area is well lit. Natural light is best, but if that is not possible, use lighting that is not too bright or too dim.
Use a blue light filter : Activate 'night mode' on your devices or use apps that reduce blue light, such as f.lux or Windows' night light setting.
The 20/20/20 Rule for Your Eyes : To prevent eye strain, look at something 20 feet (about 6 meters) away from you for 20 seconds every 20 minutes. This reduces the strain on your eyes, especially if you're looking at a screen for a long time.
Use a footrest
A footrest offers several advantages for people who work behind a desk:
- Better Posture : It helps keep the feet in a comfortable position, reducing pressure on the lower back and improving sitting posture.
- Increased comfort : By placing the feet slightly elevated, you prevent tension in the legs and prevent fatigue when sitting for long periods of time.
- Improved blood circulation : A footrest desk promotes better blood circulation in the legs, which can reduce swelling and the feeling of heavy legs.
- Less tension in the legs : It prevents the legs from constantly being at a 90-degree angle, which can reduce tension in the knees and ankles.
- Ergonomic advantage : A footrest can be easily adjusted to personal preference, so that everyone can create an ideal sitting position.
A footrest allows you to work more comfortably and prevents physical complaints in the long term.
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