The latest news and information to help you live a healthier life and improve your wellbeing.
When it comes to the rise in popularity of working from home, it’s instinctively easy to point the finger squarely at the Covid-19 pandemic. Before the virus made its way to the UK, figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that 11% of British workers spent at least one day a week working …
Work From Home vs Work From Office – The Pros and Cons of Each Read More »
Though the peak of mask-wearing, covid tests, and isolation feel somewhat behind us, it’s undeniable that the Covid-19 pandemic has made us more conscious of our health and how to prevent infections. Having spent so long learning how to mitigate the chances of catching a disease and setting up our spaces with conditions that were …
Welcome to our practical guide on staying active at work, featuring some excellent desk stretches you can try. According to research conducted by Professor Alan Hedge of the Department of Design and Environmental Analysis, around 86% of office workers spend between four and nine hours sitting at their desks every day. To put these figures …
5 Effective Desk Exercises to Keep You Active at Work Read More »
Back pain is the leading cause of long-term sick leave in the UK. According to Nuffield Health, around 3 million people are off work each year due to back pain, with a further 3 million complaining of musculoskeletal pain within the workplace. Their survey found that two-thirds of workers with back pain felt their company …
What is good desk posture? How to sit correctly at your desk all day. Read More »
In the light of the coronavirus pandemic, mental health has become an important issue for all of us. However, a report by the Health and Safety Executive has found that, even before the Covid-19 outbreak, levels of occupational stress were already rising. In the year between 2016 and 2017, the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) …
A business is only as good as its team, and the most productive teams are those whose members can find that perfect work-life balance. This balance allows individuals to spend sufficient time away from work to manage their own life admin, spend time with the people they love and pursue their interests. Finding that sweet …
5 Examples of Great Work-Life Balance Initiatives Read More »
Whether you’ve packed on a little lockdown lard or you want to tone up, exercise is one of the most important lifestyle changes you can make. While motivation can be a bit of a barrier for many of us, there are some additional benefits to working up a sweat beyond your waistline. According to research …
Grabbing lunch on the go while you’re at work might be quick and convenient, but it might not be doing much for your health, particularly if you’re reliant on supermarket sandwiches and quick coffees. Even sandwich shops at the higher end of the market might be delivering some unwelcome surprises between those two slices of …
Want to Stay Fit? You’ll Love These Healthy Lunch Ideas for Work Read More »
Since the Coronavirus outbreak, our lives have changed more than we could have possibly imagined. One of the most profound changes has been the upsurge in the number of people working remotely. Research by the Office for National Statistics has revealed that, in 2019, 27% of British employees worked from home. At the start of …
Green tea – when should you drink it and what are the benefits? It’s light, it’s refreshing, and it’s delicious – green tea is big news and increasingly popular among those who want to live a healthier lifestyle. But is it as healthy as everyone thinks? What exactly are the benefits of drinking green tea, …
Green tea – when should you drink it and what are the benefits? Read More »
