Sep 09, 2025

Desk workouts to beat office stiffness

Aanya Mehta

Ankle Circles

Ankle Circles: Lift one foot and rotate your ankle in circles (both directions) to boost circulation and prevent stiffness.

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Neck Rolls

Gently roll your neck clockwise and counter clockwise for 30 seconds to release tension and improve blood flow.

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Seated Leg Raises

Lift one leg straight out under the desk, hold for 5 seconds, and lower. Repeat 10 times per leg to activate quads.

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Seated March

March in place while seated, lifting knees alternately for 30 seconds to improve blood flow in the lower body.

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Seated Torso Twist

Sit tall, place your right hand on the back of your chair, and twist gently. Hold for 10 seconds, switch sides.

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Shoulder Shrugging

Lift your shoulders up toward your ears and release. Repeat 10 to 15 times to loosen tight shoulder muscles.

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Deep Breathing Break

Take 5 deep breaths, inhaling through your nose and exhaling slowly to reduce stress and refresh your mind.

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Wrist and Finger Stretch

Stretch your arms out and pull back your fingers with the opposite hand to relieve typing strain.

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