3 Instant Upgrades for a Healthier and Balanced Home Office Experience

Feeling like your work-from-home routine is throwing you off balance? Dealing with stress, anxiety, or discomfort day in and day out? It might not be your job that's the culprit, but rather your setup at home.

Here are 3 quick tips to kick-start your journey to upgrading your remote working experience.

1. Simplify Your Space:

Let's tackle clutter first. Clutter can wreak havoc on our minds, overwhelming us with too much visual stimulation. Keep your office space simple and organized. Give everything a designated home after a thorough deep clean.

Now, about those "convenient" upgrades. The more convenient your space is, the less likely you are to get up from your chair. For instance, if you have a mini fridge in your workspace, you may find yourself skipping trips to the kitchen, even eating lunch at your desk. Limit these extra conveniences to encourage movement throughout your day.

2. Embrace Nature:

Open a window and add a few plants to your office. The fresh air, sunlight, and increased oxygen levels will work wonders. Your brain and body thrive on oxygen, so being cooped up indoors all day can take its toll. If stepping outside isn't an option during your workday, maximize the benefits of nature within your home.

3. Stay Hydrated:

Ever gone a whole day without drinking water simply because you forgot? Symptoms of thirst can be subtler than hunger, making hydration easy to overlook. Keep a large water bottle in sight as a constant reminder. Set alarms to sip water every 15-30 minutes if needed.

For an extra boost, place your water bottle farther away or don't fill it up completely. This encourages you to get up and move more frequently, reducing sedentary behavior.

Though these tips seem simple, their impact shouldn't be underestimated. They're just the beginning of your journey towards a healthier work-from-home setup. Ready to take it further? Book a free discovery call today to discuss health coaching sessions and programs that can assist with long-term behavioral change!