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    Home / News / Lifestyle News / Long sitting hours? Stretch and relax with these exercises 
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    Long sitting hours? Stretch and relax with these exercises 
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    Long sitting hours? Stretch and relax with these exercises 

    By Simran Jeet
    Feb 12, 2025
    02:47 pm

    What's the story

    Sit-stand desks are all the rage these days and for a good reason. They offer the flexibility of changing your work setup at home or office.

    However, to truly harness their ergonomic benefits, one needs to ensure proper usage and incorporate specific exercises.

    This article provides a list of five exercises that can significantly enhance your sit-stand desk experience by focusing on comfort, posture, leg endurance, foot health, and balance.

    Stretching

    Stretch your way to comfort

    Adding stretching to your routine can make a world of difference in comfort and flexibility when using a sit-stand desk.

    Start with basic neck and shoulder stretches. Gently tilt your head from side to side and roll your shoulders backward in circles.

    Commit to doing these stretches for three minutes every hour. This small investment of time can prevent tension buildup from static postures.

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    Core strength

    Strengthen your core for better posture

    A strong core is crucial for good posture at a sit-stand desk.

    Planks are a great exercise as they work the whole core and don't require any equipment.

    Start by holding for 20 seconds and slowly build up as you get stronger.

    Try to make it a daily habit, doing three sets every day.

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    Leg strength

    Leg exercises for endurance

    Standing all day can be tough on your legs.

    To help build endurance, try incorporating squats into your routine while you stand.

    Begin with two sets of 10 squats daily, focusing on good form. Keep your back straight and ensure your knees stay behind your toes as you lower yourself.

    Squats not only strengthen your leg muscles but also improve blood flow.

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    Foot care

    Foot flexibility matters

    Don't neglect your feet when using a sit-stand desk.

    Simple exercises like toe curls and heel lifts can improve flexibility and alleviate discomfort from long periods of standing.

    Do 10 reps of toe curls followed by 10 heel lifts on each foot twice a day to keep your feet limber and pain-free.

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    Balance

    Balance exercises for stability

    Enhancing balance is key to ensuring smooth transitions between sitting and standing positions at your desk.

    * Stand on one leg while keeping your posture straight. Hold this position for thirty seconds before switching to the other leg.

    * Strive to perform this exercise twice daily on each leg to improve stability and coordination.

    Done!
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