Healthy Holiday Snacking!
The holiday season doesn’t have to mean expanding waistlines. Stay healthy and focused with these healthy snacking ideas:
How to Offset a Day of Sitting
How long will you be sitting today? It’s time to get up and move! Just 30-40 minutes of “moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity” is enough to counteract the negative effects of a whole day sitting. Can’t get in a 30 minute walk today? Stand up! Standing up for some or part of your day can also help!
Text Neck Syndrome
How much time do you spend staring down at your phone? Constantly looking down can cause back and neck pain, early degeneration of the spine, disc injuries, breathing problems, poor balance, and more. So pick your head up and save your spine!
Grip Strength & Longevity
How is your grip strength?
“… those in the know understand what your handshake really reveals: Your current health, possible future illnesses, and how long you might live. In fact, grip strength may be the most revealing health measurement your doctor has never taken.”
Check out the full article here:
Health Benefits of Pumpkin Spice
When not packed with sugar and additives, pumpkin spice (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, all-spice, and cloves) can be a great anti-inflammatory kick to beverages, oatmeal, and baked goods… or wherever you’d like a flavor boost!
Check out the article and all the benefits here:
Desk Stretch for Tight Hips
Have you stretched your hip flexors lately? Remember, sitting for long periods of time not only causes your hips to be tight, but your glutes forget how to work, too! So get up, go for a walk, do some squats, and don’t forget to stretch your hip flexors! Check out these stretches you can do daily at your desk:
https://www.livestrong.com/article/13771502-seated-hip-stretches/