ua Move your bin
away from your desk so you have to get up to put something in it
Jane Abbott, Benenden's hospital director, says: "Getting
away from your desk refreshes the mind and gives you time to refocus on the afternoon ahead."
3) Go on the move: Have your lunch
away from your desk in a new environment to gain a real break.
A Move
away from your desk every 20 minutes; take a comfort break, use the stairs whenever possible and do a few minutes stretching.
If you schedule 2 to 4 short breaks of 5 to 10 minutes each day and walk
away from your desk, it can boost your productivity level to a great extent.
You can also have your computer run any of about 40 similar programs while you're
away from your desk, data-crunching everything from molecular biology to climate modeling.
"Look after your personal property while you are at work, taking particular care when you are
away from your desk over the lunch-time period.
GETTING
away from your desk is the sensible thing to do according to personal trainer Karen Lincoln, from Falkirk.
If you are into your job you just do not walk
away from your desk if you have got something to finish.'
Strive to overcome any bad habits you may have formed, such as spending too much time
away from your desk, visiting with co-workers, or making personal phone calls.
"Regular short breaks along with an hour
away from your desk or workstation at lunchtime is ideal, especially considering that British employees work the longest hours in Europe, yet are getting less sleep and rest than they used to do.
"And do look after your personal property while you are at work, taking particular care when you are
away from your desk over the lunch-time period.
Try eating
away from your desk. Buy antacids if the pain feels acidic, or peppermint oil capsules if it's a cramping type.
* Changing your scenery - take regular breaks
away from your desk to improve concentration, overall health and colleague interaction.
The visitors' chairs that sit a full five feet
away from your desk will help to ensure that.