Top 5 Stretches for Desk Jockeys

Sitting for long hours of work is bad for you health. One reason is that it causes muscle imbalances. Certain muscles become short and tight.

These short and tight muscles can cause your body to move improperly. Joints and bones lose optimal alignment and you are more susceptible to injuries.

But there is a solution. Try these stretch exercises to counteract the damage caused by sitting.

1. Calves

2. Hip Flexors

3. Quadriceps

4. Pectorals

5. Wrist Flexors

Author: Nick Ortego is the owner of N 2 Action, a wellness studio in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, offering personal training, health coaching, yoga, and assisted stretching.