Work Out of the Week (WOW)
Welcome to your WOW! A WOW is a short workout such as a tabata, strength training, stretching or stress management exercises that you can do in just a few minutes in your office or over your lunch hour. WOWs are a great way for you to stay on top of your exercise or emotional wellness program. Every week a new WOW will be added to keep you on your toes and excited!! So check back often to maximize your wellness program.
3/30/22-Hamstring Stretch
Chair Hamstring Stretch
Mat Hamstring Stretch
3/23/22-Back Stretch
Dribble! Dunk! Swish! March Madness is upon us!
Although we can’t play basketball in the workplace, we can still stretch and take care of our bodies. This month’s WOWs will focus on “Mat Madness”, which is to promote stretching your back and hips. If you don’t have a place to lay down a yoga mat, each week will feature a chair alternative.
This week’s WOW is to stretch your back. You can do this in a chair or on a mat. In a chair, grab your elbows under your thighs. On the mat, pull your knees to your chest and keep your spine flat. Hold for 30 seconds.
Small stretch breaks can make a huge difference!
Chair Back Stretch
Mat Back Stretch
3/16/22-Hip Stretch
Dribble! Dunk! Swish! March Madness is upon us!
Although we can’t play basketball in the workplace, we can still stretch and take care of our bodies. This month’s WOWs will focus on “Mat Madness”, which is to promote stretching your back and hips. If you don’t have a place to lay down a yoga mat, each week will feature a chair alternative.
This week’s WOW is to stretch your hips and back. You can perform this in a chair or laying down on a mat. While seated, place your ankle on your knee and lean forward. While on the mat, place your ankle on your knee and pull your thigh to your chest. Repeat on both right and left and hold for 30 seconds.
Small stretch breaks make a huge difference!
Chair Hip Stretch
Mat Hip Stretch
3/9/22-Spine Stretch
Dribble! Dunk! Swish! March Madness is upon us!
Although we can’t play basketball in the workplace, we can still stretch and take care of our bodies. This month’s WOWs will focus on “Mat Madness”, which is to promote stretching your back and hips. If you don’t have a place to lay down a yoga mat, each week will feature a chair alternative.
This week’s WOW is to twist your spine. You can perform this seated or laying down on a yoga mat. Use your knee as leverage to help you twist and look over your shoulder. Hold for 30 seconds on both the right side and left side.
Small stretch breaks can make a huge difference!