Workplace Wellness Tips
Ergonomic Tips:
Make sure you’re set up for success in the workplace. Follow these guidelines to decrease fatigue, discomfort and physical stress at your desk.
- Your computer screen should be raised to eye level, with the center of the screen approximately two inches below the horizontal level of your eyes. The screen should be 18-20 inches from your face.
- The keyboard should be accessible with your shoulders relaxed, elbows bent between 70-90 degrees, and wrists in neutral position.
- Your chair should have a lumbar support. The seat height should allow feet to be flat on the floor, with your hips slightly higher than your knees.
*Tips 1 and 2 apply to standing desks as well. It is recommended to work part of the day standing with sitting breaks, and work part of the day sitting, with standing breaks.
Breathing Tips:
Pay attention to your breath at work. Practice this deep breathing exercise to increase circulation, deactivate the stress response, calm and relax the body, improve energy, boost concentration and heighten the production of healthy immune system cells.
Abdominal Breathing Exercise:
- Sit in a comfortable position, with shoulders relaxed and back straight.
- Put one hand on your abdomen just below your ribs and the other hand on your chest.
- Take a deep breath in through your nose, letting your abdomen push your hand out. Your chest should not move.
- Breathe out slowly through your mouth.
Sources: https://www.osha.gov, http://www.jointventurespt.com
For additional total well-being resources, contact your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by ACI Specialty Benefits at 800.932.0034 or eapinfo@acispecialtybenefits.com.