Staying healthy at work doesn’t have to feel like another job
What is it about free snacks at the office that have us munching even when we’re not hungry? Whether it’s due to stress or the free factor, it’s all too easy to snack the work day away. Combined with sitting and hunching over your computer for hours on end, it can sometimes feel like work is another hurdle to living a healthy lifestyle. But it doesn’t have to be!
Noom is a new kind of wellness app that makes it easy to log exercise and meals and get personalized tips for eating and working out — and just might make you pause before replying to the siren Slack call of free cookies in the kitchen. Here are a few other simple ways to stay healthy during the workweek:
1. Step up your commute
Does the thought of a packed subway car make you cringe? Why not try a bike share program this summer? Instead of driving or taking public transportation, try walking, running, or riding your bike to work — even if it’s only a few times per week.
2. Ask for a standing desk
Put in a request to HR for a sit-stand desk. Or, if you have a laptop, try making your own version with boxes. Alternatively, set a timer on your phone to remind you to stand throughout the day.
3. Use a lunch app
Lunch subscription apps are on the rise in major U.S. cities, and for good reason. Not only do they save you cash and the inevitable boredom of going to the same salad place every day, they also give you meal options that may require a bit more walking from the office to pick up your lunch — not a bad thing.
4. Take gym breaks
Working the gym into your work routine doesn’t have to be a drawn out affair. Stash workout gear in your desk so you can be spontaneous on days when you’ve got a free window of time, and use a subscription fitness app to book impromptu classes.
5. Source expert tips and tricks
Try a wellness app like Noom to keep track of activity and meals with a few swipes, and understand the habits that might be holding you back. You’ll also get helpful tips for how to deal with everyday challenges like an office that doubles as snack central. Take the online evaluation to see if Noom is right for you and give it a trial run it for two weeks for as low as $1.
