How You Can Use Yoga to Boost Productivity

If you work in an office and haven't tried yoga yet - then it's time to listen up.

Sitting at a computer for hours on end is not good for our bodies nor our productivity. It can lead to poor posture, lower back pain, neck pain and poor circulation. None of these results are good for results. By practising yoga regularly, most of these issues can be dealt with effectively and you can be left feeling better than ever.

Here are some of the ways that you can use yoga to boost your productivity in the office (or if you work at home):

- If you don't have time for a long session of exercise, then it doesn't mean that you have to miss out. Just 20 minutes a day will do a lot for your body and it will also give your mood a lift. I usually start my day with a 20 minute brisk walk, followed by 20 minutes of yoga. This sets me up for the day and there is a noticeable decline in my productivity if I don't do it.

- Buy a DVD that you can use at home. You won't have to make the commute to the gym nor pay out for the classes. You'll be able to watch the yoga DVD as you exercise to keep you on track with how to do the poses. You'll miss out on all traffic and parking problems too!

- Plan out your week so that you are clear on when you can fit your yoga session into your day. Some days could be more flexible than others, or you may find some extra time to practice for longer.

- Decide whether you want to take yoga classes in addition to using the DVD. You'll need to think about how many classes you can take and the pricing of them.

- Practising yoga in the mornings has many advantages - the biggest one being the energy boost that you'll get. You will also find yourself in a better mood and more relaxed to face the challenges of your day. If you can't fit it in, and cannot wake up 15 minutes earlier than usual, then you could do it after you've put the kids to bed. You'll be more relaxed for a good night's sleep.

- If there is a spare office or meeting room that you can use at lunchtime in the office, then take up the opportunity. You'll get an energy boost for the afternoon.

- Another idea is to learn some yoga moves that can be done whilst you are at your desk. It's a great way to fit in some exercise without interrupting a busy day in the office.

- Just one last word of advice. It's very important to commit to your new exercise program. Without a firm commitment then you will most likely not keep it up, even with the best intentions.

Yoga should help you to rid yourself of a poor posture, improve your circulation and ease any periods of stress. It's an excellent productivity booster - well, what are you waiting for?


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Thomon Wardle is an experienced practitioner of yoga and pilates exercises. His range of yoga DVDs are listed and available from his site http://www.getfitwithpilates.com where you can also download a free eBook worth £9.95


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