MAKE THE LOCKDOWN WORK FOR YOUR WORKOUT REGIME
WE all know that exercise is important for physical and mental health, but did you know that regular work outs can actually improve your productivity and help you to work more efficiently? says fitness expert Ruth Lynch.
The physical benefits of regular exercise are well documented, but many people are not aware of the myriad ways it can boost productivity and brain power.
Reducing stress and improving stress response:
The current pandemic is causing increased anxiety for us all, but trying to manage work stresses on top of this can be particularly tough.
Incorporating regular exercise into your daily quarantine routine is an important tool for lowering stress levels and ensuring you are able to handle whatever work throws at you.
Improved memory and concentration:
Isolation can make us all feel like we’re not firing on all cylinders but getting moving can supercharge your brain to ensure you are getting the most out of your working periods.
Getting the creative juices flowing:
Physical exercise provides an important mental break. This can allow you to take a step back from the detail and come up with fantastic ideas when you return to your desk.
Mood boosting: Getting those endorphins flowing can seriously improve your firepower at work, not to mention the day-to-day benefits of feeling great!
Building mental stamina: It’s not just physical stamina that is improved by regular exercise, you will be able to work more productively and for longer periods if you break your day up with well-timed work outs.
Juggling life in isolation with home working is certainly a challenge, but as a bonus you do have extra time.
Here are a few ways that you can find the time to boost your daily exercise regime while working from home:
Cash in on the former commute: Why not reallocate the time you used to spend commuting at the start and end of our day for regular exercise? Diarise that exercise meeting: Just as you would put a meeting into your diary, put some time for a workout into your diary and stick to it.
Pump up your lunchtime: Getting active at lunchtime can even help you beat the afternoon slump and maintain productivity throughout the day.
Get creative with home exercises: Perhaps you could set yourself a challenge – maybe to clean the kitchen in less than 15 minutes before your next call or meeting?
By making sure your workout regime is creative and less limited, you will provide a serious boost to your physical and mental health as well as your working day.