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WORK WELL, PLAY WELL, BE WELLFaculty & Staff Wellness @ KU
OBJECTIVES
Learn about the postural issues, aches and pains associated with repetitive desk work. Experience simple movements to strengthen posture.Review basic exercise guidelines for cardio, strength and flexibility to fit in fitness.Discuss employee wellness goals & opportunities for FY11.
POSTUREThe good, the bad, the ugly
85% of American visit a doctor for back pain each year.
Many cases are due to poor posture habits and weak muscles.
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UPPER & LOWER CROSS SYNDROME
UPPER CROSS
SYMPTOMSTension in trapezius/upper shoulders & neckHeadachesLimited ROM shoulders
CAUSESRounded shouldersRepetitive fwd movementsOver lengthened upper/mid backOver short/tight pectoral muscles/anterior deltoidDesk work
HELPFUL INTERVENTION
Active shoulder retractionPassive chest/shoulder stretchingSitting straightStrength training & movement for upper backExercise!
Active releaseFoam rolling/professionalMassage
LOWER CROSS
CAUSESExcessively tight/short hip flexor musclesShortened & over short lower back musclesOver lengthened/weak abdominal musclesWeakened glutealsLong periods of sitting
SYMPTOMSLower back painLimited hip ROMSway back/excessive lower back curve
HELPFUL INTERVENTION
ExerciseCore training
Planks Functional movementsPelvic tiltsAlignment against wall
Passive stretchingHip flexorsGlutealsLower back
WHAT TO DO……Get up and move
As muscles tires, slouching, slumping and other poor postures become more likely = extra pressure on the neck and back. Change positions frequently.
WHAT TO DO……Use posture props/ergonomic chairs
Help take the strain off the back when sittingFootrests, portable lumbar back supports, towels & pillows
office chair, car
WHAT TO DO…….Wear supportive footwear when standing
Avoid high-heeled shoes for extended periodsAffects the body’s center of gravityChanges the alignment of the entire bodyUse a rubber mat when standing long periods
WHAT TO DO……….Exercise & stretch
Those who think they have not time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness. ~Edward Stanley
PREVENTION & RELIEF EXERCISES
PREVENTION & RELIEF EXERCISES
PREVENTION & RELIEF EXERCISES
Upper bodyChest stretchesShoulder stretchesSpinal extensionShoulder retraction
Lower bodyTrap stretches – chairFigure 4 – chair or lyingStanding/kneeling hip flexor stretch
CoreSpinal twist – wall or lyingCat/cow – standing or lyingAbdominal bracingPelvic alignment against wall/chair
MOVEMENT IS MAGIC
GuidelinesBe ACTIVE every day150 min cardio each weekStrength training 8-10 large muscle groups 2 x’s/wkStretch everyday – major muscles groups
Just move more!
GET INVOLVED, BE MOTIVATED
65% of adults prefer to exercise in groupsHelps with accountabilityMotivationEducation
Most people work harder in the presence of others
Atmospheric reciprocity
OPPORTUNITIES ON CAMPUS
Red Dog DaysRobinson Center
KU Recreation ServicesActivate your free week!
KU Fit Group FitnessFaculty & Staff Boot Camp – Tues/Thurs @ noonSmall group trainingPersonal & Duo trainingSport clubs
OPPORTUNITIES ON CAMPUS
Faculty & Staff Wellness FairApril 20th, 2011 – 7:30 am -2 pm
Faculty & Staff Lunch n’ Learn (12-12:45 pm)Tues, March 8th, 2011, Watkins Health Center Conference room
Supplement Savvy – Vitamins, Minerals & Fish Oil• Ann Chapman
Tues, April 5th,2011, ASRFC, room 202 Women & Weight Loss
• Amber LongTues, May 3rd, 2011, Watkins Health Center Conference room
TBA • Ann Chapman
