Health & Fitness in the Workplace

This month we welcomed Taylor from www.everyoneactive.com

Taylor was presenting to us about ‘Health & Fitness in the Workplace’

So, A bit of Science for your information…

• The average person burns 700 calories during their 8 hour work day

• You burn 4 times the Calories standing rather than sitting

• The more muscle you have, the more efficient your body is at burning fat - the larger the engine, the more fuel you will burn, Lamborghinis don’t stay in the garage

• Muscle is high maintenance.  It’s like a newborn baby, It must be nurtured

• You will burn more calories at rest if you have more muscle

• Sleep better - body in recovery

• Endorphins from exercise - boosts energy and improves your mood

The Right way to lead a Healthy, Happy Lifestyle…

• Clean Eating

• ‘Proper Hydration

• Reduced Fats & Sugar

• Reduced Alcohol intake where possible

• Reduced Stress levels - easier said than done!

• Train SMART not HARD - Know your stuff

How to do it…

• ‘Fail to prepare, prepare to fail’

• Know what you need to eat

• Get the right advice

• Listen to your bod

• Prioritise your life - this is a lifestyle, not a chore

What to Eat…

• Lean Protein, Omega 3 & eggs

• Reduce intake of dairy.  Eat cheese in very small amounts

• Eat your GREENS

• Eat fruits, but don’t overdo them. 1-2 servings a day

• Don’t fear FAT

• Time your higher content carbohydrate meals

• Fish oil

• Plan your meals and snacks ahead of time

• Do not drink your calories

• Don’t diet or starve!!!

So, Do your Research…

• No one knows everything but everyone knows something

• Read, Listen, Watch

• Know the basics

• Get the RIGHT Advice

What you do in the Workplace?

• Replace your chair

• Company outings

• Bring your meal to work, don’t buy it

• Can you stand up on the phone?

• Sit up straight

• Keep water near by

• Snacks