Active In Tech Newsletter 60 Second Workouts™

My Health-Conducive Home Office

In this article, we will discuss:

• What I have in my office to keep me healthier
• Free Giveaway winner
• Remote fitness bootcamp

Read time: 300 seconds

Office Set Up

Here are a few things that I have in my office that I think contribute to my health.

See, us humans are sort of lazy. Me included. If there's an easier path, we tend to take it.

If I'm going to make sure I move more during the day, I need to have my office set so that it's easier to move.

Here's my first recommendation that might not be so popular:

Get a chair that isn't the most comfortable.

The chair I use is ok, but it isn't a gaming chair or so comfortable that I could sleep in it.

I prefer to sit up straight. If I want to lean back, I can (It has decent neck support that doesn't make your head jut too far forward. It also has lumbar support).

You can opt for something fancy, but then it's harder to get out of.

​Here is the chair I have if you're interested.

If you really want something that makes you stay more active while seated, try a wobble stool for some "active sitting" to activate core muscles.

The next thing I have in my office also makes it easier to be more active, and also makes it easier to walk away from my desk.

When I'm sitting, it takes an additional step to walk away. I have to stand up first. This may seem super lazy, but trust me, the following works:

A sit/stand riser.

I love my sit/stand riser. It's less expensive than a sit/stand desk, but it does the same thing.

​This is the one I have. It's 42" wide and holds my two 27" monitors.

I also have two more things that actually get me moving at my desk.

One is my mini stepper. I like this because I don't have to plug it in, I can burn some calories, and I can stop abruptly if I really need to focus hard.

The other is my walking pad.

I wasn't so sure about this at first, but I am able to type and walk at the same time. It's a little noisy, and slightly more expensive than the mini-stepper, but it's a good option.

I made a video about 2 different ways I use my walking pad. If you want to check it out, here it is. It's less than 3 minutes long.

Of course, I need my 60 Second Workouts app! 😄

It reminds me to get up and move during the day. I set the times I want to workout, and the app sends me the workout of the day exactly when I need it!

I can even make custom workouts with my favorite exercises based on body parts and goals.

Foundational, total body, and mobility programs are included!

Download the app for any device here if you're interested!

I also have a weighted vest that I sometimes do my 60 second workouts in to make them even more of a challenge, or to take with me on a walk.

​This is the one I have. I recommend starting with about 10% of your bodyweight if you're new to rucking.

This is by no means an exhaustive list. I don't want to take up all your time.

Next newsletter will be Part 2 of a Health-conducive office.

My final tip for this article is to keep water at your desk. I prefer a stainless steel bottle that's lead free. This is the one I have.

In terms of movement, drinking more water will simply make you have to get up more to go to the bathroom or to refill your water bottle.

This doesn't seem like much, but all of these things add up, and can give you a little more momentum to keep moving.

Giveaway Winner

The giveaway was two resistance bands from EliteFTS. I have had my bands for nearly a decade now and they still work as good as new.

Fihmiya Hamdan was the winner of the bands! I know she'll put them to good use!

If you want to buy your own, they are a great tool to get in a full-body workout anywhere. Travel with them too. Here are the ones Fihmiya and I have. (Make sure to get the right band for the right tension. Reply to this email if you have any questions about it!)

Follow her on LinkedIn for expert advice on how to build a truly connected community (community is a pillar of health).

Remote Bootcamp

I mentioned the idea of a fitness bootcamp in my last newsletter.

I want to create something comprehensive and holistic for remote workers. I don't want it to be a long term commitment, but I want the habits created to last (a free community on the backend of the bootcamp).

If you are interested, please fill out this form so I can create a bootcamp catered to what you want. I will be giving a special offer to those who do.

Can you help me?

I am trying to get a hold of companies to see if they'd consider getting my 60 Second Workouts app to give to their remote employees as a wellness benefit.

If you work for a company that you think might benefit from this, or know anyone who might be interested, could you let me know?

Wrapping Up

That is all for this edition of the Active In Tech newsletter!

See you the week after next with another article to get you thinking about how you can improve your health and fitness!

Interested in leveling up your health even more? Check out my website to find my app and my YouTube channel.

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