As the world starts to open back up again, we see many people packing up their home office and returning to the workplace. With so much potential time spent in one place, it’s now more important than ever to be conscious of your own health and conscientious of your employees/co-workers as well.
Here are a few tips that anyone can follow regarding your health in the workplace, creating an all-around better environment for both you and those closest to you during the day-to-day.
Eat a Healthy Breakfast
It’s borderline cliche to remind people of the most important meal of their day, yet the rumors still remain true. Eating a good breakfast is essential! A lot of people still come up with plenty of excuses as to why it’s not part of their routine (usually time constraints) but it really doesn’t take much to nourish yourself on the go. A granola bar and a banana can easily be eaten on one’s commute.
Practice Good Hygiene
Good hygiene goes beyond the simple morning ritual most of us are accustomed to. That being said, if you’re not properly showering or brushing your teeth; today is the day to start! Remaining hygienic in the workplace is necessary. Washing your hands properly (20 seconds, or sing “Happy Birthday” if you don’t enjoy counting) and regularly using hand sanitizer cuts down on A LOT of germ exposure.
Stay Physical
It’s fairly common for a heavy amount of desk time for most “9-5ers” nowadays, but sitting for that long is not quite a luxury in the long run. Back pain can really creep up on you with extensive sitting. Give yourself plenty of standing, stretching, and walking time throughout your day. Promoting getting up and about with your colleagues can become a very beneficial factor in livening up the workplace as well.
Keep Yourself Hydrated
I feel like we say this too often but it really can’t be stressed enough. Hydration is the baseline for proper health. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommends that men drink at least 101 ounces of water per day, which is a little under 13 cups. They say women should drink at least 74 ounces, which is a little over 9 cups. There are more factors on what your proper intake should be depending on weight, so consult your physician on what numbers are right for you.
Give Your Eyes a Break
This is certainly a more modern concern for employee health, with so much of the time nowadays staring at some sort of screen. Digital screen eye strain can be fairly damaging if not addressed daily. Try practicing the 20-20-20 rule when at your desk. Every 20 minutes, stare at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
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