The Stoic Body: An Ancient Twist To Modern Health by Philip Ghezelbash

Author:Philip Ghezelbash [Ghezelbash, Philip]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Published: 2017-11-30T16:00:00+00:00

Walking As Meditation

When we stand up, various cellular functions involving cholesterol and blood sugar activate within ninety seconds of moving. When you are seated your blood flow is constricted which allows fatty acids to accumulate. Your metabolism slows and you burn fewer calories when you are seated. Your cardiovascular system is affected.

When you are seated your abdominals are not being used; when you stand they are activated. If your abdominal muscles are inactive too often, coupled with a lack of direct isolation of the muscle, they may atrophy. This will weaken your core strength which will contribute to more back pain.

When you sit, your food isn’t able to digest because your gastrointestinal tract is being compressed together. When this occurs there are various other side effects such as pain or cramping, constipation and general discomfort.

Your hips will inevitably become tight with hours spent sitting in a similar position.

Here are some practical methods for dealing with these issues:

Set a vibrating alarm on repeat while you’re working every thirty to sixty minutes. When it vibrates, stand up, move around and stretch.

Create a standing workstation or focus on improving the ergonomics of your seated working area.

Become more aware of the decisions you make during the day. For instance, walk up the stairs instead of taking the lift.

Create an environment where you are forced to stand more often. Place frequently used objects slightly further away than you usually would. Get creative! “We should take wandering outdoor walks, so that the mind might be nourished and refreshed by the open air and deep breathing.”

– Seneca

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