How to Stay Active When Working from Home

Working from home can be even more sedentary than working in the office. There are no walks with coworkers or even going to the conference room for a meeting. It’s easier than ever for employees to settle into a stationary workday. Stay active at work with these tips from Forbes.

Store Workout Gear Nearby
Even just glimpsing the hand weights or resistance bands can help encourage you to do a couple of reps during a break. It may not feel like much, but building strength minute by minute helps prevent over-exertion and keeps your blood pumping throughout the day.

Set a Daily Routine
This is a top tip for a reason. When you get into a habit, you tend to stick with it. Routine is essential when working from home as it helps to delineate work time and personal time. Incorporating movement into this routine, whether outside of work or during breaks in the day, helps keep you on track.

Schedule Breaks
Stepping away from the computer is important. A break can give your brain time to work through a new idea or process the data you’ve been staring at for the past hour. When working remotely, there can be pressure to always be on. Be sure to give yourself time to recharge with a quick break to stretch your legs.

Spend Time Outside
If you have team members nearby, consider getting together face-to-face for a walking meeting. If you're remote, schedule a walk-and-talk call. You'll get some movement, fresh air, and the opportunity to build connections with your coworkers.

Try Time Blocking
When you lock into work mode, the idea of exercise can go out the window. Try a time-blocking method, like the Pomodoro technique. This method reminds you to take breaks, whether you use it for a quick walk, to eat a snack, or just to clear your mind, this break can help prevent burnout and keep you energized all day.

Learn more about incorporating movement into your work-from-home day with 10 Ways To Stay Active While Working From Home from Forbes.