Do You Multi-Task?

In this day and age, we are all about multi-tasking. We are always talking on the phone, emailing, and checking the Rialto blog all at the same time. And where would most people be if they didn’t have their blackberries? You can’t go through a day without seeing someone checking their blackberry while grocery shopping or driving. So why not multitask to burn more calories while at work too?

If you are like most people, you sit at a desk all day. This increases your risk for obesity, back pain, poor posture, and a slew of other problems. And you may have noticed that after a tough morning at boot camp you get stiff pretty quickly too!

It doesn’t have to be that way. You can work some exercise into your schedule to counteract the effects and maybe burn a few more calories at the same time! We should already be stretching throughout the day, but there’s more you can do as well. Need to talk something over with a colleague? Take a walk around the block while you do it. Or just bring in a stability ball to sit on instead of a chair – its great for the abs!

There is a new trend going around…but you might have to get your employer to fork over some cash for this one. Some people are exploring the new world of Treadmill Desks. Companies are now selling a traditional treadmill with a desk attached for your computer, phone, and anything else you might need. Walking at a slow pace while working can burn an extra 350 calories per day!

If a Treadmill desk is not in your budget this year there are many other exercises you can do at work. Check out this article for some great ideas for exercises you can do right at your desk. Our favorite is “The Magic Carpet Ride”. What’s yours?! Any other ideas for exercising at your desk or workplace?