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IS SITTING THE NEW SMOKING?

Our bodies are meant to move, but many of us spend the majority of our day sitting still. When you have a sedentary job, paired with a commute and a bit of screen time at home, the hours add up quickly. And while a daily bout of exercise helps, it’s not enough to counteract the effects of sitting for so many hours. 

Sitting is now compared to smoking, and perhaps for good reason. Sitting for long periods has been associated with heart disease, vascular problems such as varicose veins, back pain, herniated discs, hip pain, shoulder pain, headaches and muscle degeneration.  

Fortunately, there are things you can do to mitigate the risks of sitting at your workplace. Not only will your body feel better, but your mind will too!

You're invited to...

TAKE A STAND AGAINST SITTING!

HOW TO COMBAT THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF SITTING AT YOUR DESK FOR HOURS EACH DAY

 THURSDAY AUGUST 23, 7:15PM

You'll discover

  •  Which muscles you MUST strengthen + which muscles you need to stretch to prevent back pain, neck pain, and shoulder pain related to sitting
  • How to structure your work environment so that you are more active during the day
  • Simple exercises to do to improve your posture (poor posture is NOT inevitable!)
  • The right way to activate and strengthen your core to improve posture and prevent injuries 

WHO IS THIS FOR?

  • Office workers, drivers, machine operators or others with a sedentary job
  • Business owners who want to learn how to improve the health of their employees

THE DETAILS

Where: Ascend Fitness + Lifestyle

When: Thursday August 23 @ 7:15PM Presented by: Spencer Lockert, BScKin  

Wear comfortable clothing- you will be doing some light exercises!