Centre Asks Employees To Take ‘Y-Break – Yoga At Office Chair’ To De-Stress, Refresh And Refocus ~ Outlook India
Centre introduces ‘Y-Break-Yoga at office chair’ for employee stress relief ~ Live Mint
Y-Break – Yoga at office chair’ to de-stress, refresh and refocus — Centre’s new protocol for all its employees ~ Times Of India
Y-Break at work! The Ministry of AYUSH has introduced this short-duration Yoga protocol to help employees de-stress, refresh, and refocus during their workday. The Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, Ministry of AYUSH has added new features to support busy officials who cannot leave their offices to practice yoga.
Sedentary Behavior and Long-Term Health Effects
How did we get to the point where the government needs to mandate yoga breaks during office hours? It’s simple – physical inactivity is killing us. The World Health Organization warns that a sedentary lifestyle could rank among the top 10 causes of death and disability worldwide, with approximately 2 million deaths per year attributed to this issue.
Shockingly, the World Health Organization reports that 60 to 85% of people across the globe lead sedentary lifestyles. This alarming statistic highlights the importance of addressing this public health problem to ensure a healthier future for all.
Sedentary behavior can be defined as any activity where an individual is sitting, reclining, or lying down and expending very little energy. As a desk job warrior sitting down for too long could land you in some seriously hot water. Sitting all day sounds okay until you hear what it can really do to your body and mind.
- Brace yourself for a greater risk of early death by heart disease, cancer, or diabetes.
- Say goodbye to pain-free joints and hello to a higher chance of developing osteoporosis.
- And who has time for frequent trips to therapists? Sitting all day has been linked to depression and cognitive impairment.
How Can hellomyyoga Help?
We at hellomyyoga know that even if the yoga studio is your next-door neighbor, finding the time to attend classes can still pose a challenge. With your demanding work schedule, which let’s face it, fuels the economy, appointments, and deadlines, it can be hard to commit to a yoga routine. Experience the numerous physical and mental health perks of leading an active lifestyle. Our program is perfect for those who are unsure of where to begin or need assistance with increasing their daily movement while juggling a busy schedule.
If you’re feeling uncertain about where to start or need a little help moving, we invite you to join our program led by highly respected Yoga Instructors, Saraswathi Vasudevan & Shakuntala. Together, we’ll help you break free from sedentary habits that can harm your body and teach you practical and sustainable methods to prioritize wellness and healthy living in your daily routine.
So let’s take a break, strike a pose, and save our lives, one Asana at a time. Our immersive 3-day workshop will transform your mind and body. Sign up now for Yoga For Sedentary Lifestyle and see why so many have improved their overall health and well-being. Join us on June 30th through July 2nd, 2023 from 7:00-8:30 PM.
