Remote work is fantastic. We are big believers and advocates of it here at BairesDev, but like everything, it comes with its particular set of challenges. And now that the modality has become more widespread worldwide, some of its not-so-beneficial aspects have come to light, like an increase in sedentariness and a lack of Vitamin D.
That is why we’ve compiled this list of 6 tips to help you stay physically and mentally healthy while working from home.
1. Exercise regularly
This one is not a surprise. New findings reveal that a sedentary lifestyle is more damaging to your health than smoking, heart disease, and diabetes. We have many training options today, ranging from MMA and martial arts to yoga and calisthenics, and things you can do yourself at home, in an open space, or at the gym. There is something for everybody, so try different classes or disciplines until you find something appealing to you. Additionally, taking a 10-minute break to stand up every hour can make all the difference.
Use a portion of your lunch break for a 20-minute walk around your neighborhood. As a remote worker, you have extra time in your day that you don’t have to waste commuting to an office. Use that time to exercise and move, or even consider using a standing desk to avoid sitting for long work stretches.
Besides the benefits to your physical health, going for walks also has benefits directly related to your job performance. According to a study by Stanford University, even a short walk can increase creative output by 60%. This benefits those in creative fields or those whose job requires innovative approaches to problem-solving, such as coders and developers.
2. Have a balanced diet
While apps such as Uber Eats can be tremendous timesavers to many of us, it is easy to overuse them and get most, or at least a big part, of our meals as takeouts. But unfortunately, that may also come with the price of not paying enough attention to having a healthy and balanced diet.
According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), a healthy diet is one that emphasizes nutritious foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. Eggs, beans, nuts, fish, poultry, and lean meat are also included in the list.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends not skipping any meals, including breakfast. People with few distractions at home may find that they are more aware of hunger than they would be at the workplace. These individuals can keep healthy snacks, such as fruits, on hand to avoid snacking on chips.
3. Take care of your eyes
When talking about taking care of our health and body, we usually neglect the eyes, but just like the rest of your body, you need to give your eyes a break when you work from home. Excessive exposure to blue light
