Desk job

Are You Sitting At Work All Day? 15-30 Minutes Of Exercise Can Help You Live Longer

People who predominantly sit at work would need to engage in an additional 15 to 30 minutes of physical activity per day to mitigate an increased risk of mortality, new research has revealed.

Jan 21, 2024, 12:49 PM IST

Sitting Less, Achieving More: 4 Strategies To Cut Screen Time And Boost Productivity At Your Desk Job

Prolonged screen time at a desk job can lead to various health issues, from eye strain and posture problems to decreased productivity and increased stress. We've compiled a few effective ways to help you reduce your screen time. 

Sep 09, 2023, 10:33 AM IST

Office Exercises: 4 Desk-Friendly Stretches To Avoid Bad Postures And Stay Fit

Sitting for long hours at a stretch in the office can lead to poor postures and several health complications. Incorporating workplace exercises and stretches into our daily routine can help counteract these effects, improve posture, and promote a more healthy lifestyle, say experts.

Jul 11, 2023, 08:40 AM IST

Want To Stay Healthy But Have A Desk Job? 5 Quick And Easy Ways To Keep Fit

Sitting all day might make it difficult to maintain your fitness. Here are some tips for staying active while working a desk job while building healthier habits.

May 10, 2023, 12:13 PM IST

Your desk job may slowly be killing you – Here's what you can do

Continuous movement while sitting may increase metabolic rate more than standing at a desk, suggests a study.

Jan 05, 2018, 10:51 AM IST

Prolonged periods of sitting can cancel the benefits of exercise, says study

As your total sitting time increases, so does your risk of an early death.

Sep 20, 2017, 10:18 AM IST

Have a 9-5 job? You could be at risk of Vitamin D deficiency

Shift workers, healthcare workers and indoor workers in particular are at high risk of vitamin D deficiency, researchers at the University of Alberta, Canada suggest.

Jun 22, 2017, 11:20 AM IST

Desk job? Five easy ways to boost your metabolism without exercise

But, there are some healthy rules that, if you incorporate them in your daily activities - even when at work – will give you a lot of health benefits. 

Feb 03, 2017, 14:31 PM IST

Desk job? Lose weight and keep your belly flat with these tips!

Here are some healthy steps that will help reduce your risks for various health conditions as well as avoid gaining excessive weight.

Jul 13, 2016, 15:05 PM IST

Watch: 20 tricks for sitting at your desk without hurting your back

Did you know that your sitting posture and even the way your desk at work is set up, is responsible for the health problems that you face?

Mar 01, 2016, 14:33 PM IST