We sit too much!
Written by 100 LIFE expert and physiotherapist Benjamin Haller.
Sitting too much causes back problems. However, it also increases the risk of heart disease, metabolic disorders, diabetes, and even cancer. According to a study by the University of Regensburg, people who sit a lot are more likely to be diagnosed with colon, cervical, and, to a lesser extent, lung cancer.
In this study, the Sitting habits of four million people as a meta-study. This showed that those subjects who spend a lot of time sitting in front of a desk or watching TV cancer diagnosed more often became.
ADDITIONAL INFO: more precise connections have not been fully researched!
In industrialized countries People spend more than half of their day sitting.
Sit however you want – but move while doing so!
A counterbalance to sitting plays an important role in preventing cancer. We will show you here how you incorporate more exercise into your daily routine can for More power, more life. Out-of-the-box tips:
- Why not set up a ping-pong table or foosball table? This provides plenty of exercise and also boosts team spirit.
- Avoid the elevator and take the stairs instead, this actually improves concentration.
- Replace regular seated meetings with stand-up meetings ! (Meetings at a standing table, e.g., in the kitchen or at the coffee machine)
- Sitting can also be avoided on the way to or from work. Switch to bicycle instead of using the car or public transport.
- If you use public transport, stop.
- Take a short digestive walk after every lunch break.
Physiotherapeutic exercise at work:
If necessary, hold on to the desk with one hand or use the time to make a phone call.
- grasp the same-side foot with the other hand
- Pull the bent thigh forward and intensify the pulling in the thigh muscle with light movements from the hip and downwards
This not only stretches the thigh and knee but also stimulates the circulation and blood flow.
The perfect balance is found in those who exercise after work!
Don’t be afraid of cold temperatures – exercise and Exercise in winter strengthens the immune system . Therefore, it's important to get outdoors after work—ideally jogging or Nordic walking 2-3 times a week.
Especially after work, many people feel Too weak and tired to exercise . The 100 LIFE team can help you. Our Star 100% ENERGY revives tired women and men. Supports the body with alertness, strength, and endurance . Best of all: caffeine-free ! Because caffeine causes long-term fatigue.
Now it's up to you! Change your sitting habits and/or create a balance for more performance, more life!
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