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#Working from home(WFH)

What are the pros and cons of #WFH

#PROS

  • Good work life balance
  • Good work productivity
  • Time and money saved on work commute
  • Green environment
  • Time to do exercises indoors/outdoors
  • Quality time with loved ones

#CONS

  • Lack of ergonomic workstation setup
  • Lack of social interaction
  • Increased sedentary lifestyle
  • Constant screen use
  • Increase in repetitive strains, aches and pains

Meeting mobility is related to moving tabs rather than moving rooms,
In times like these, we need #10toptips

#10toptips

  1. Microbreaks in-between meetings, work, teaching etc.
  2. Gentle stretches and movements every 30-45 minutes
  3. Use of headsets, headphones/earphones for ease
  4. Ergonomic mouse, keyboard and desk-chair set up
  5. Invest in sit to stand/foldable desk extension #yoyodesk
  6. Mindfulness practice(your favourite activity) to improve stress and social isolation
  7. Take up a hobby or project when struggling with isolation
  8. Set up calls, chats , walks with friends & family.
  9. Set up a routine to ensure you get the real feel of working.
  10. Attached is an excellent leaflet by Chartered society of physiotherapy #CSP for work from home.

https://www.csp.org.uk/system/files/do_you_sit_at_your_desk_exercise_sheets_a4.pdf