Many people do their work in a sitting position. Therefore, it is not unusual for them to start piling on extra pounds over the years, even if they try to eat healthy and exercise as much as possible.
A new study conducted by the company Harris Interactive, shows that people with sedentary jobs and those with high-stress jobs have the most trouble gaining weight. Let's take a look at some of the occupations the study made the list.
Travel agent
Profession travel agent it's not just traveling and guiding tourists, it also involves a lot of office work. These people have to do their best for each customer, to meet their wishes and requirements in the organization of travel. Each such process involves stress, because in addition to having to satisfy the customer, they also take care of the sales goals that the travel agency must achieve. All this involves hours and hours of sitting.
Lawyers and social workers
Like travel agents, too lawyers and social workers they spend several hours at a desk. The stressful environment, working with clients, regulations, legislation and all the meetings are said to lead to the fact that sometimes they don't have time to take a snack break. That's why they often eat at their desks.
Teachers
Also a profession teacher is said to cause weight gain. Despite the fact that they are not always in a sitting position, they still do a lot of administrative work (preparation for lessons, assessments).
Designers and architects
At designers and architects the pounds are said to pile on due to an irregular schedule. Their work is often independent, they rely on their creativity and current inspiration, so they do not need to stick to a strict schedule. Ultimately, their diet also suffers.
Secretaries
Work the secretary is a job that is associated with stress and anxiety, since their job is primarily to help others. Their work routine is not constant, as they have many obligations that vary from day to day. They mostly sit at their workplace, and often don't have time for a snack. They often eat snacks that are next to the computer or even hidden in a drawer.
Scientists
Intellectuals and scientists they like to discover new things in different fields. Because they get really immersed in their projects, they sometimes run out of time or even forget about their eating habits. This means that they only eat their first big meal when they get home from work.
Cops
Image police officer, which is a donut on the street, in a car or in the office, is primarily cinematic and not always connected to reality. Since police officers perform both office and field work, they often have to eat something "quickly" due to the amount of work. Because they are under a lot of stress and on the road, this is often the only solution for them to eat.
Marketing and PR professionals
Experts for marketing and public relations mostly they don't have fixed deadlines for their work. They often meet at business dinners and lunches, attend various events where excellent food and drinks are offered. There are tables lined with irresistible food and drinks.
Information technology professionals
Experts for information technology they spend most of their working time in front of computers. They tend to work late hours, which leads to poor eating habits.
Experts recommend that it is necessary to take time for exercise and a healthy diet. Below are some tips for better mental and physical well-being at work.
- More often go for a walk or use the stairs instead of the elevator.
- Get up and go to a colleague instead of sending an email, text.
- If you want something to eat, go out and don't use delivery.
- Consider improving the quality of your food.
- Drink more water. Make sure you always have a water bottle nearby.
- Try replacing coffee with healthier drinks, such as green tea.
- Try yourself relax more and avoid unnecessary stress.
