If you are working, either in your office or at home, you must do active breaksIt is the best way to prevent occupational diseases.
They are short breaks that are carried out during working hours and consist of a series of exercises and movements aimed at reducing mental and physical fatigue during the working day.
It is scientifically proven that performing them daily, several times a day, helps workers to de-stress, be more creative and productive.
- Stress
- irritable bowel
- sugar problems
- poor circulation in the legs
- loss of muscle mass
- Back pain
- Cardiovascular risk
5 active breaks: Exercises at home and at work
head to the side
Standing, relaxed, take your head from the side with your left hand and push it towards your left shoulder, without forcing it, as far as you can reach and hold for 10 seconds. Then repeat the same operation to the other side.
front and down
Put the palms of your hands on the back of your head and gently press it down so that your chin comes closer to your chest. Count to 10 and gently come back.
arm to the side
Bring your left arm to the right at shoulder height and with another hand push it so that it reaches a little further. Hold 10 seconds and rest. Repeat with your right arm.
arm over head
Bring your arms behind you, above shoulder level. Grab an elbow with your opposite hand and push down. Hold for 10 seconds and switch sides.
back and chest
Standing with your arms outstretched and your hands clasped at shoulder height, round your back, tucking your head in and thrusting your pelvis forward. She stretches her arms as far forward as possible. Hold for 10 seconds.
Taking active breaks at home is very important if you are telecommuting, that’s why we share a video that shows you step by step how to do them correctly.
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