EPISODE · Nov 19, 2024 · 57 MIN
#34. Fix your desk posture & move more at work to feel better with Alison Thomson
from Make Movement Matter with Wendy Welpton · host Wendy Welpton
Are you suffering from desk-related pain, but can’t escape your screen for long periods? If sitting at a desk feels like a constant struggle, it might be time to reassess your workspace. In this episode, I chat with Alison Thomson, aka 'The Safety Elf,' a workplace posture expert who helps individuals and businesses optimise their desk setups for comfort and productivity. We dive into practical tips that go beyond the usual advice of just "sit up straight"—because we all know it's not that simple! Alison shares actionable strategies for creating an ergonomic environment, whether you’re working in an office or from home. We talk about everything from adjusting your chair and desk height to adding movement breaks and simple posture tweaks. If you're tired of the aches and pains that come from sitting too long, Alison’s down-to-earth guidance will empower you to make small, but powerful changes that will make a big difference. Tune in for a fun and informative conversation that could change the way you work—and leave you smiling, as it did me, with my favourite guest sign-off ever!If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit:The Make Movement Matter PodcastConnect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement onInstagram or find out more about more at https://reclaimmovement.co.uk or on YouTube Start to ‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.
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Are you suffering from desk-related pain, but can’t escape your screen for long periods? If sitting at a desk feels like a constant struggle, it might be time to reassess your workspace. In this episode, I chat with Alison Thomson, aka 'The Safety Elf,' a workplace posture expert who helps individuals and businesses optimise their desk setups for comfort and productivity. We dive into practical tips that go beyond the usual advice of just "sit up straight"—because we all know it's not that simple! Alison shares actionable strategies for creating an ergonomic environment, whether you’re working in an office or from home. We talk about everything from adjusting your chair and desk height to adding movement breaks and simple posture tweaks. If you're tired of the aches and pains that come from sitting too long, Alison’s down-to-earth guidance will empower you to make small, but powerful changes that will make a big difference. Tune in for a fun and informative conversation that could change the way you work—and leave you smiling, as it did me, with my favourite guest sign-off ever!If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit:The Make Movement Matter PodcastConnect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement onInstagram or find out more about more at https://reclaimmovement.co.uk or on YouTube Start to ‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.
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#34. Fix your desk posture & move more at work to feel better with Alison Thomson
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