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People Are Eating Extra Calories Just By Working From Home

Author LauRen Merola
Team work meeting. Happy young woman wearing pajamas and a blazer waving to her co-workers during an online video call from home

There are a lot of perks to working from home, but it may not be good for your waistline. According to the NY Post and a new survey, working at home can lead to excessive snacking that adds up to an extra 800 calories a day. On top of that, people take an average of 35-hundred fewer steps a day when working from home.

With the pandemic, many people have shifted to working from home, which has impacted their daily routine and, in some cases, led to weight gain. The convenience of having the kitchen just a few steps away, combined with the stress of working in a pandemic, has led to increased snacking and overeating. Additionally, the lack of physical activity due to not commuting or moving around an office has resulted in fewer calories being burned throughout the day.

To tackle this issue, there are several steps that individuals can take. Firstly, setting a schedule for meals and snacks can help to avoid impulsive snacking. Secondly, incorporating physical activity into the daily routine, such as taking a walk during lunch breaks or doing a quick workout before starting work, can help burn calories and improve overall health. Lastly, making healthy food choices and maintaining a balanced diet can go a long way in reducing weight gain.

It’s important to remember that weight gain is a common issue, and it’s okay to reach out for help and support. It’s essential to prioritize self-care and make healthy choices to maintain physical and mental well-being, especially during these challenging times.

The poll of 2-thousand hybrid workers from the diet tracking app MyFitnessPal also finds:

  • About a third (36%) admit they snack even when they’re not hungry, while 60% say they eat more unhealthily at home.
  • Participants kept a log of their food and tracked their steps on a day they worked from home and researchers compared that to the data from a day in the office.
  • While working from home, they took an average of 4,518 steps, only a little over half of the 8,087 steps they walk on an average day in the office.
  • On a day of working from home, participants consumed an average of 2,752 calories, but during a typical day in the office, they consumed 1,961 calories, 791 fewer calories.

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Healthy Habits To Be Happier & More Productive Working From Home

There’s a lot to love about working from home and having the right habits in place can make the experience that much better. When you’re working on something especially challenging, having things to look forward to during the workday can make all the difference.

These working-from-home habits can boost happiness and productivity, too.

  • Replace scrolling with reading

    Instead of reaching for your phone to hop on social media when you need a break, pick up a book or e-reader instead. It will give you the distraction you’re looking for without the downsides of social media.

  • Get your afternoon pick-me-up from something other than coffee

    When you hit the 3p.m. slump and find yourself craving another cup of coffee for some much-needed energy, try a little burst of exercise and a non-caffeinated drink instead. Just five to 15 minutes of walking, yoga stretches or any physical activity you like will get the blood flowing and get your productivity back on track.

  • Break up your day into segments

    If the eight-hour work day ahead of you feels overwhelming, try separating it into sections, like classes when you were in school. Schedule time for projects, emails, leaving time for meetings and last-minute tasks that pop up, and don’t forget to include breaks, too.

  • Make time for personal or professional development

    Try to have something that you’re working toward or learning. This can include reading, taking a course through LinkedIn Learning or Duolingo to learn a foreign language.

  • Give yourself a do-over when you need it

    If the day isn’t going well at first, don’t think of it as ruined, instead let yourself start over, assuming the bad stuff is all behind you.

  • Play relaxing music

    Whether it’s classical or movie soundtracks, the key is finding music you enjoy that doesn’t distract you from work.

  • Track your water intake

    You’ll feel better physically and mentally when you’re hydrated, so make sure you’re drinking enough water all day long.

  • Create an end-of-the-day ritual

    Without a commute to separate work time from free time, you can come up with something that signals the end of the work day for you, like going for a walk or calling a friend.

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