Health Tips: Stay Healthy at Your Computer

 Each Monday provides a fresh start and gives us the opportunity to plan the week ahead. Mondays focus our attention on goals and weekly to-do’s which is why it’s also a great day to do something healthy like taking the stairs, getting more sleep, setting a limit on alcohol use – decisions that can pay off all week and longer. So, here’s a Monday motivator, a brief health-enhancing action step which you can apply to school, work, relationships and life, Monday – and every other day of the week.

It is important to be aware of the strain on your body that can be caused by computer use. You can take many steps to minimize this strain and prevent pain and injuries that result from poor computer health by doing the following:

    keep your feet on the ground
    sit up straight
    make sure your eyes level with the screen
    make sure your forearms are parallel to the floor
    make sure your shoulder blades are settled
    rest your eyes from time to time
    take a break at least every 20 minutes
    make sure you stretch and move frequently

Reduce the stress on your body that working on a computer can cause. By doing these simple things, you’re likely to be less tired and more productive.

Remember to follow these tips so you can stay healthy at your computer