Desk Exercises

In these desk exercises, if done properly you'll strengthen your core muscles. The secret is in holding the back perfectly straight as you do the rotation. You don't want to let your shoulders droop. While holding the back straight you rotate at the hips. As the rotation is in the leaning back position you'll feel the abdominals working. As you lean forward you'll feel the back working. As you lean to each side you'll work the obliques.

One of the typical problems associated with working at a desk too much is a tightening in the hip flexor muscles. This can be a chronic problem for desk workers. This exercise can be helpful in alleviating the problem.

The second part of the exercise will not only strengthen the arms but will build strength in the latisimus dorsi (the lats). Strengthening and working these muscles will also assist in straightening the back and help alleviate upper back problems.

This exercise is a part of the Break Pal - fitness at your desk program.

Chi Kung is the healing aspect of martial arts training. When a martial artist practices hard chi kung the muscles get sore and are in need of healing. Soft chi kung is the answer.

Whether the chi kung is practiced as a part of a martial art or simply as a healing exercise it is beneficial for all. Chi kung gets the lungs working, drawing the oxygen deep into the lungs and fully oxygenating the bloodstream.

The breathing motions of chi kung activate the diaphragm and in so doing it is able to massage the internal organs. This stimulates proper function of the internal organs.

Chi kung is considered to be the true fountain of youth.

Shifu Liz uses simple chi kung exercises that you can do at your desk. Enjoy Chi Kung at your desk and stay young forever.

Feeling a bit aggressive today. This desk exercise will help you out. Shifu Liz demonstrates proper punching technique and leads you through a great punching workout right at your desk.

While this desk exercise may be a little tongue in cheek, it's actually a really good one and for many may be necessary.

One of the most common computer related injuries is Carpal tunnel syndrome. With the hands remaining in the same positions throughout the day lactic acid can build up. Without this acid being removed by the bloodstream it can begin to deteriorate tissues. This tissue damage can often result in carpal tunnel disease.

The simulating choking motion of this exercise stimulates blood flow in the affected areas and rids the wrists of the lactic acid buildup.

and visualizing your boss in your tight little grip might just relieve some stress anyway.

It's hard to get a good cardio vascular workout while sitting in a chair. But this exercise will get your heart pumping. You'll be amazed at the workout you'll get without even getting up from your chair.