SITTING IS THE NEW SMOKING HABIT
The human body system is a resemblance of a machine, and throughout, it’s made to move. Research shows that sitting for long hours increases the likelihood of suffering from common chronic diseases, including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and early death. In the current era, many professions involve sitting in front of a computer from morning to evening, from where they go and sleep. At home, we tent to play games, chat, and watch television. Truth be told that sitting for long hours is as dangerous as smoking. The question is how to avoid sitting for long and be active. Here is a clue about how to go about it.
How to break dangerous sitting habits
- Walk during breaks
Time is precious, but you don’t have to exchange your life with it. Sitting in front of your computer the whole day, take time to stretch up. Walk around and great your colleagues. Don’t be too bossy that everything has to be done for you.
- Dress for activity
From my observation, many people tend to sit at their working desk all through because their shoes or clothes are uncomfortable to move around if your shoes can’t give you peace to move around, change to moderate heights. If you have a problem with your dresses, change your wardrobe for more freedom while walking around.
- Drink a lot of water
The call for nature will make you move whether you like it or not. However, If you are too lazy to move around, try drinking a lot of water, and automatically you will have to move frequently. It is not a punishment but for your good.
- Make it a habit
Make it a practice to move around. If you think you will get lost in your phone or television, set the alarm for a reminder. Take regular breaks to stretch up. It is a way of refreshing your mind and body for more energy, besides increasing your metabolism and blood flow
- Make a reward schedule
Tracking your progress can be a motivating factor. Create a reward and punishment schedule for better monitoring. For example, if you follow the recommended guidelines each day, you can reward yourself at the end of the week by taking yourself out and buying your favorite snack.