Quick office exercises for those who can’t get to the gym

Many of us lead too sedentary lives at work. We spend hours and hours of the day in front of a computer, and when we take a break, we get on our cell phones to chat or talk with friends and family. Improve your routine with our tips to include physical activity in your daily life without having to go to the gym or even realizing you're working out!

If you go to work by subway, car, or bus, the advice is to park a little further from work or get off a station or two before your stop or station. A simple and intelligent way to walk without having to leave the house on purpose!

If where you work (or live), you have elevators, but you keep complaining that you often have to wait for them, stop using them for once! Instead, take the stairs; you'll be doing a physical activity without realizing it!

It is said that Hemingway used to finish his books by writing them standing up because writing while sitting made him fall asleep. It might not be practical to type standing up, but it's worth a try. Another tip is to walk around the office, fetch water, and stretch your legs!

After spending the morning sitting in front of a computer, please don't have lunch in front of it too! Take advantage of the lunch break to walk and buy lunch. If you bring your own, take your lunch and walk in a lovely square...you'll be breathing fresh air, recharging yourself with vitamin D from the sun!

We always have something to talk about with a colleague. Whether it's a chat, a request for directions, or advice on a project. So no messages or emails; instead, go to his desk, propose to go to the bar together, or go around the reception. So you and your colleague will be moving!

If you're lucky enough to work in an office that cares about employee enjoyment, enjoy! Many companies have finally realized that relaxing increases productivity, reduces stress, and improves the working environment. As a result, they provide ping-pong tables and foosball tables, among other activities. So take advantage of the opportunity to exercise, interact with colleagues, and have fun!

Having to wake up early to go to the gym before work or have the energy to do some physical activity after a day's work isn't easy... How about bringing a pair of dumbbells and/or a jump rope to the office? You can have fun during your break or even before lunch! We bet that the solution to that problem will come to your mind while you are jumping rope!

This tip isn't strictly about physical activity, but it's good to remember that the posture you keep at work can significantly change the quality of your life. Don't underestimate it! So ask for a chair suitable for your work and adjust it so that you feel comfortable and in the correct position. It's challenging to get used to changes, but do your best, and you'll feel the difference in a few weeks!