Everyone says they're too busy with work to exercise, but have you ever thought about using your lunch break to work out? For many office workers, exercising at lunchtime has become fashionable. As long as you pay attention to eating smaller, more frequent meals before and after exercising, not only can exercise refresh your mind, but it also has a pretty good body-shaping effect.
Stretching is a good form of exercise in the office. Maintaining one posture for too long can cause muscle pain and tension. Stretching helps to lengthen and relax these muscles. Below are some essential office stretches for busy professionals. These exercises require only a short time and provide comfortable results. You can do all of them, or choose whichever you prefer. Don't push yourself to do too many at once; focus on feeling the pleasant stretching and relaxation of your muscles.
Chest stretch
Action: Cross your hands behind your back, straighten your chest, slightly tuck your chin, keep your abdomen, back, and buttocks tight, and keep your spine in a normal position. Extend your arms as far as possible, feeling the stretch in your chest and the front of your arms. Maintain steady breathing for 9-2 breaths, then return to the starting position. It is recommended to practice 6-10 times.
Function: Effectively relieves chest tightness and shoulder pain.
Dance-style stretching
Action: Maintain good sitting posture, tighten your abdomen and buttocks, and try to keep your arms extended upwards. Slowly exhale and stretch your body to the right, holding the position for about 10 seconds. Alternate between left and right sides.
Function: It can effectively stretch the sides of the body and relieve lower back and back pain.
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