IT, that is, the Information Technology sector is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world.IT literally has ‘Information’ in its name signifying the vastness of knowledge needed in this field. A high-end job with a lot of thinking and mental growling is what a job in IT is.
There may be a lot of mental stress, mental anxiety, and whatnot. One thing we always have heard some time or the other is ‘Mental happiness leads to physical well being’. But the job being so challenging can obviously affect your health and consequently your body.
To reduce mental strain and optimize your potential to the fullest, fitness is very important for the IT employees. Good work can be achieved by a good mind imbibed in a dutiful body. Your fitness will affect your work, its outcome, and consequently the organization you are working for. Hence it is equally important to come up with a plan to keep your body and mind fit.
Now I know, the IT schedule is very tightly packed and sometimes there’s almost no time left for us. But keeping your health above all and limiting this hindrance is not as difficult as we think.
Even the HRs and the employers are constantly looking for the people who can cope up with these mental challenges because they know what the job profile is going to contain. The organization also recognizes its employees well being and hence there are many events involving physical exercises and games to refresh your mind and body. For promoting the same, the employers also keep attractive incentives and awards which by the way, comes with duly recognition of self in the eyes of your co-workers and bosses.
Let me tell you a very interesting fact. Do you know that the IT industry is more than 70% composed of employees in the age range of 20 to 50? That’s right! older employees are not much seen in IT sectors and that’s only because health is a mandate in these types of industries. People want you to be fit and being fit will pave your way to climb the ladder of success!
With this tight IT schedule, what can be done for fitness? Yes, we all are tired after the day’s work and would not want to workout. So how can that health and work optimization be achieved?
Let’s see a few tips to Kickstart the fitness journey in the life of an IT employee!
- Eat wisely
You are what you eat, truly said by some great persona. Eat healthily and you will be healthy, Eat junk, well I don’t have to tell you the outcome of that right? Looking over the facts and situation we for one know that it is difficult to exercise control over the things we eat during our office hours. That is because there aren’t many options available. Moderation is the key to everything, you can be healthy by making correct choices and taking the right amount of junk in-take. Try to incorporate fruits, salads, and nuts in your diet. These are handy and can be carried everywhere, filling and delicious, they are the best choices you can make for your body.
- Take Frequent Break :
Taking frequent breaks doesn’t mean you have a free pass to get up and catch a break when you feel like. It simply means that sitting in one position and one place will hamper your work and mind. A brisk walk now and then or just walking to and fro for 5 minutes can be a very good practice to keep yourself active throughout the day. Again moderation is the key, so don’t go yourself indulging in this more than you ought to be.
- Drink Water
I can’t stress this point more. Drinking water is the most beneficial thing you can do for your body. Water can clear out all the toxins in your body and is good for digestion. Keep drinking water, it is one solution to all your problems. A hydrated body has a high-rated mind, this should be your motto!
- A Good Posture:
Posture is very necessary for every IT employee’s work life. Your posture defines you and consequently affects the work you do. A good posture will not only keep your body in shape it will also keep you energized and control the laziness. A bad posture will lead to a dull outlook and a lazy demeanor.
- Half an hour gymnastics:
Most of the IT companies have their gym for the employees but they don’t use it. A good walk for 30 minutes or a soothing yoga for 15 minutes will do the same for you. Any of these options can be availed if you are determined and none of the options will be good for you if you find excuses.
So let’s shed the work burden by following a healthy routine and you will see a drastic change in your body, mind, and work-life. People will find you more appealing and success will always be at your doorstep. Health is absolute wealth and it’s not something that anyone should neglect.