Active Goods Blog - The Hidden Benefits of Being Active in Spring

The Hidden Benefits of Being Active in Spring

Spring if finally upon us! With the opening of the windows and doors, along with sunshine and fresh air, we are greeted with so many new opportunities to get active that don’t seem so apparent during the winter months. Getting outdoors takes much less preparation and effort. Being outdoors is pleasant and easy (at least for those of us who prefer warmer weather). Getting outdoors takes much less preparation and effort. Being outdoors is pleasant and easy
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Active Goods Blog - 10 Ways to Integrate Movement into Your Work Life

10 Ways to Integrate Movement into Your Work Life

If you have heard about the benefits of a more active work day, and want to do something about it, here is a list of 10 simple things that you can do to easily integrate movement into your workday.   
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Active Goods Blog - 3 Exercises That Will Strengthen Your Core At The Office.

Your Core at Work - 3 Exercises That Will Strengthen Your Core At The Office.

Like any muscle, in order to get stronger your core muscles must be worked. It is a dense, slow twitch muscle and will therefore respond best to low intensity high repetition training. The following are exercises used exclusively to strengthen your TVA but remember, it is to remain engaged all day while sitting, standing, walking, squatting, I could go on. Keep your core engaged!
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Active Goods Blog - Forget Whistling, Walk While You Work!

Forget Whistling, Walk While You Work!

Forget Whistling, Walk While You Work!  It is clear that your health will improve by reducing sitting time at work. A simple way to do this is by using a treadmill workstation. There is evidence to suggest that workplace physical activity interventions are associated with lower absenteeism, lower work stress, and better job satisfaction.  All of these will positively influence productivity…and loyalty.
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Active Goods Blog - Physical Activity, Productivity and the Bottom Line

Physical Activity, Productivity and the Bottom Line

There are many ways to motivate people to increase their productivity at work; however, few provide the  benefits both personally and for a business, than regular exercise does.  Investment in the health of your workforce through physical activity can be the investment that will deliver the the greatest ROI.
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