Exercise at Your Desk Equipment

Do you ever find yourself wanting to take the time to fit in an exercise at your desk while at work?

Here are a few reasons why using an exercise ball for a desk chair can encourage you to work out and stay in shape while at work. Many people spend most of their professional lives sitting at their desks, as the office chair is one of the most important pieces of furniture.

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   1) Improves low back pains

   2) Improves posture

   3)  Improves balance

   4) Can stimulate your thinking – especially if         

       you have a kinesthetic or tactile learning style

   5)  Increase core strength

   6) Burns calories

       Questions about if a specific exercise to do at your desk is right for you? Ask your doctor!

      Have you ever used a desk exercise ball as your chair at work, if so, how has it worked for you?

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