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Tue, May 15, 2012 - 10:04:11
SMALL Ways to Fight the Effects of a Big Commute
According to a 2009 U.S. Census Bureau study, the average American commutes approximately 25 minutes on the way to and from work each day. For many, enduring rush hour traffic can be taxing, but not just on the nerves. Recent research out of Washington University in St. Louis has concluded that people with longer commutes are more likely to be overweight than those with short ones or those with none at all.
ABC News reports that although researchers are unclear as to why, exactly, the correlation between obesity and commutes exists, they’ve theorized that it could have something to do with having less time during the day to take part in healthy habits like pre- or post- work exercise or cooking a nutritious meal. Fortunately, for those of us who don’t have the luxury of walking to work everyday, there are ways to fight the negative effects of commuting. And it starts with finding the SMALL opportunities to make little, yet hugely effective changes to your daily routine. For example:
Take a walk. Washington University in St. Louis head researcher Christine Hoehner tells ABC News, “Driving to work has become a part of American life. But there’s no reason that taking walks during work breaks can’t become part of daily life, too.” So, make it a new habit to break up your workday with a 15-minute jaunt around the block. In addition to the exercise, you’ll get the benefit of a little mental break to help fuel your productivity.
Skip the elevator. Try taking the stairs instead of waiting for the elevator. The cardio from climbing the stairs will help you burn calories and provide you with a rush of dopamine to boost your mood.
Pack a healthy drive-time snack. When you’re hungry after work, it can be tempting to grab a bag of chips from the office vending machine on the way to your car. Fight the urge by preparing a healthier snack bag filled with almonds, sliced apples, or carrots for example to tide you over in the car.
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