Optimize your performance and prevent computer-related injuries with
Healthy Computing Email Tips. Each week we provide hints to help you stay
healthier while working.
Slumping in front of the television or computer may deactivate your back
muscles. Jobs that have us sitting day after day can contribute to back
weaknesseven if we have a good ergonomic chair. Back pain is the most
common complaint for workplace injuries. Reduce back discomfort when you
practice a KNEE PULL.*
How to Do a Knee Pull
Sit upright and relaxed in a firm and comfortable chair. As you exhale,
slowly pull your left knee to your chest. Slowly continue to breathe and
remain relaxed as you hold your knee to your chest for a count of 15.
Gently lower your left leg and, on your next exhalation, slowly pull your
right knee to your chest. Hold for a count of 15. Repeat 2 to 3 times.
Alternatively do the exercise while lying down. Pull your left leg to
your chest and straighten your right, holding for a count of 15. Then
straighten your left leg as you pull your right to your chest, holding for
a count of 15. Then bring both knees to your chest, hold for a count of
15, then slowly rock from side to side for a count of 15.
Remember, exhale and relax when you stretch. Always come out of
stretches slowly.
*We thank Bernie Tano and Occupational Health and Safety for healthy back
exercises.