There are lot of ways people exercise today – whether it’s swimming, hiking, biking, martial arts, running, gardening, aerobics & other classes, yoga, weightlifting, and numerous sporting activities. Given the number of options, however, experts say that “walking is a superfood” of fitness. According to Katy Bowman, author and scientist, walking is the “defining movement…
This month’s tip comes from Kate Montgomery, an ERGOhealthy Coach and author. She shares with us her insights for various professions, hobbies, and sports: No matter what your occupation, sport or hobby, the 12-step Montgomery Method™ can help you to maintain stronger grip strength, and reduce or eliminate the pain in your arms, wrists and…
Interruptions are universally common at home and in the office; however, little is known about the influence disruptions have on quality of work. According to a study published by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, office employees are interrupted an average of six times every hour! The research study, “Do Interruptions Affect Quality of…
Adults in the United States spend more than half of their waking hours in sedentary pursuits such as television viewing, computer use, or driving. According to new research published this month in the Journal of the American Heart Association, adults who watch three or more hours of television per day have double the risk of…
Physical activity report card for our youth: Not good – with 50% of waking hours spent in sedentary activity. Recently, The National Physical Activity Plan Alliance and the American College of Sports Medicine released their U.S. Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. Unfortunately, grades in a number of key indicators are…
According to a recent study, taking up physical activity later in life is beneficial and life-extending. The findings include: Whether working in the garden or cleaning your car, exercise a few times a week in old age can dramatically improve health Seniors who participate in moderate exercise (including walking or dancing) are two and a…
In a fitness event schedule next month, promoters are advising parents go the extra mile for fitness and help sedentary cyber-kids by awakening their children from the inert world of video games and get back to the great outdoors for sunshine, fitness and health! The latest CDC results show that 75 percent of kids and teenagers…
Over the last several years numerous articles about importance of exercise have come to light. In addition, research is pointing to a strong association between sitting and chronic disease. Driving automobiles, watching television and movies, hours spent on computers, tablets, and smartphones, and in the past few years online social networking and gaming… keeps…
ERGO Being’s Gardening Tips When it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy your free time remember to practice good ergonomics and proper postures. Discomfort is controllable so change those habits and attitudes to be a happier, healthier, and more relaxed gardener! Be conscientious about potentially awkward positions and movements and avoid twisting and bending…
Many people don’t realize that a poorly designed computer workstation and/or bad work habits can result in serious health problems. Common problems associated with poor design or habits relating to office ergonomics include discomfort in the back, neck and shoulders, hands and wrists, as well as headaches and eyestrain. These are all symptoms to be…