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Posted on Nov 14th 2007 6:11PM by Martha EdwardsFiled Under: Motivation
During my days working at a courier company, I couldn't gain weight if I tried -- and, considering I seemed to live on a diet of fast food and pizza dipped in ranch sauce, you'd think I was trying. Lifting packages, walking lots and spending the entire day on my feet really made a difference to my body. And after a while, I got a promotion that had me working at a desk all day long. I've had desk jobs ever since -- and, not surprisingly, the pounds have slowly been creeping up ever since so I've had to work hard to keep them at bay. My career path is both a blessing and a curse -- now my work is more fulfilling and lucrative, but I have to make time to exercise. And I can no longer spend all day on my feet without feeling the pain.
Is your job making you fat? You're not alone -- almost half (47%) of U.S. employees report that they have gained weight since starting their current position, according to this article. But in all honesty, jobs don't make people fat -- they do it to themselves. Yes, working at a desk will cause you to burn less calories than you did, say, waitressing, but it's up to you figure out how to find a balance.
So, if you're looking for a job, considering going for one that allows you to burn calories while at work. But if you're chained to a desk, make sure you find a way to maintain a healthy weight -- whether it be working out at lunch or sticking to salads for lunch rather than a Big Mac meal.
How do you stay fit on the job?
Is your job making you fat? You're not alone -- almost half (47%) of U.S. employees report that they have gained weight since starting their current position, according to this article. But in all honesty, jobs don't make people fat -- they do it to themselves. Yes, working at a desk will cause you to burn less calories than you did, say, waitressing, but it's up to you figure out how to find a balance.
So, if you're looking for a job, considering going for one that allows you to burn calories while at work. But if you're chained to a desk, make sure you find a way to maintain a healthy weight -- whether it be working out at lunch or sticking to salads for lunch rather than a Big Mac meal.
How do you stay fit on the job?
