Desk Exercises to Boost Your Energy During Work

By rjoachim | August 31, 2023
  • Chair squats: Sit on the edge of your chair with your feet flat on the floor. Slowly lower your body down until your thighs are parallel to the floor, keeping your back straight. Hold for a few seconds, then stand back up.Opens in a new windowwww.sheknows.comChair squats desk exercise
  • Wall push-ups: Stand facing a wall with your feet shoulder-width apart. Place your hands on the wall at shoulder height, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Lean forward and bend your elbows, lowering your body until your chest touches the wall. Push back up to the starting position.Opens in a new windowdarebee.comWall push-ups desk exercise
  • Chair leg lifts: Sit on the edge of your chair with your feet flat on the floor. Raise one leg up and hold it in the air for a few seconds. Lower it back down and repeat with the other leg.Opens in a new windowmyhealthkc.comChair leg lifts desk exercise
  • Toe taps: Sit on the edge of your chair with your feet flat on the floor. Tap your toes up and down, keeping your knees straight.Opens in a new windowspectrum.ieee.orgToe taps desk exercise
  • Chest stretches: Sit up straight in your chair and clasp your hands behind your back. Gently pull your arms back, feeling a stretch in your chest. Hold for a few seconds, then relax.Opens in a new windowbevi.coChest stretches desk exercise
  • Shoulder rolls: Shrug your shoulders up to your ears, then roll them forward and down. Repeat several times.Opens in a new windowmensfitness.co.ukShoulder rolls desk exercise

You can do these exercises at any time throughout the day, even if it’s just for a few minutes. They will help to improve your circulation, reduce muscle stiffness, and boost your energy levels.

Here are some other tips for staying energized at work:

  • Get up and move around every 20-30 minutes.
  • Take a walk or do some light stretching during your lunch break.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Eat healthy snacks throughout the day.
  • Get enough sleep at night.

By following these tips, you can stay energized and productive all day long, even if you’re sitting at your desk.

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