Stand Up for Your Health — Literally

 

Stand Up for Your Health — Literally

Sitting may be the new smoking — but breaking the habit is easier than you think. Try these quick stand-up moments.




  1. Phone Call Marching
    March or pace while talking on the phone — it’s easy cardio.

  2. Toothbrush Calf Raises
    Stand tall and lift your heels during the 2 minutes of brushing your teeth.

  3. Waiting? Do Wall Sits
    Lean into a wall sit while waiting for water to boil or a file to load.

  4. Cooking Core Twists
    As you stir or sauté, add gentle side-to-side torso twists.

  5. Side Leg Lifts While Standing
    While waiting for your coffee, lift each leg to the side to activate your hips.

💡 Bonus Tip:
Place a sticky note near your workspace: “Can I stand for this?” You’ll move more without changing your schedule.

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