In today's office-centric work culture, have you considered the toll that prolonged periods of sitting take on your body? Many Canadians find themselves anchored to their desks, a habit that not only sows seeds for discomfort but can also escalate into serious health risks, including back pain and compromised blood circulation. Noticed stiffness in your back or a decrease in mobility lately? This could be your body signalling the adverse effects of extended sitting, such as undue pressure on back muscles and lumbar discs. Continuous sitting leads to the compression of muscles, joints, and spinal discs, impairing their access to vital nutrients and hastening degenerative changes. How much of your day is spent seated, and have you pondered its long-term impact on your health and safety?Here Are Four Tips to Reduce Prolonged Sitting at Work:1) Active Sitting… Think about your posture. Sitting incorrectly can put a strain on your lower back and neck. Sitting in a slouched position not only decreases blood flow to the muscles but also to the organs that are being compressed, such as the heart and lungsTo practice active sitting, pull your stomach in, bring your shoulders back and keep your chin tucked. Think about lifting yourself up towards the ceiling. Active sitting will help to increase your core stability and decrease your chances of injury.2) Take short, frequent breaks. Take short breaks from sitting every 30 minutes. Get up, do a stretch or take a short walk around the office. A good stretch to do is bring your hands over your head and reach for the sky. Or stretch your body in the opposite direction that you are sitting in. Hold each stretch for 30 seconds or more. If you find [...]