Get Your Workplace Into Shape

For many of us, much of the food we consume during the week is at our place of work. We’re often pressed for time, rushing from one meeting to the next, and squeezing in lunch whenever we can. Too often, we ignore our hunger in favor of knocking an item off of our to-do list, which inevitably leads to an afternoon “pick-me-up” from a vending machine or convenience store. Or perhaps, we hold off just long enough to succumb to the temptation of pastries in the break room or cakes during colleague celebrations.

While maintaining healthy eating habits during the workday may sound daunting, WellcomeMD’s Director of Wellness Luis Perez has a few simple tricks that can help you navigate the workplace temptations!

Be Prepared

Meal prepping is a helpful (and healthy) habit to learn. Try to pack your lunchtime meal each day, along with some healthy snacks. We also suggest stashing a few emergency snack bars in your desk just in case hunger strikes. Remember – if you fail to prep, you prep to fail.

Stick to your Schedule

Develop a consistent eating schedule and try to follow it. Eating at regularly anticipated times during the day helps control hunger and stave off cravings. Curbing your hunger also helps you stick to your food plan even if bagels or donuts appear during meetings.

Create a Healthy Zone

You are in control of your dedicated workspace. Although you can’t control the overall office choices, you can choose to make your desk or office a junk food-free zone. To help you avoid the temptation of a snack attack, make sure to dispose of any off-limit foods from your desk drawers or cabinets.

Find Alternative Routes

Do you have a colleague with a beautiful candy dish that’s always calling your name or a break room that’s never devoid of cookies? If so, seek out alternate office routes that steer you away from these temptations. If the alternate route happens to be “the long way” to your destination, then an added benefit is the extra steps you’ll squeeze in during the day.

Looking for Guidance on Making Healthy Choices?

The journey to optimal health looks different for everyone, and WellcomeMD can help! Our certified health coaches are passionate about helping members reach their goals and find their happiest, healthiest version of themselves.

Our collaborative team of physicians, nurses, and health coaches work together as they get to know each patient and provide the support and personalized care that each individual requires. Interested in getting started on your new health journey? Call us today at 888.531.3844 or contact us online.