We previously talked about the consequences of prolonged sitting and how much of our daily activities have become linked and centered around sitting. So, we should know what we should do to avoid sitting for long periods while performing our tasks and hobbies. Even if you don’t do enough activity in your day, it’s never too late to change things up, enjoy the many health benefits, and live an active lifestyle. Tips for an active life Changes in your daily tasks Fortunately, by making a few simple changes you can stay active, live a more active lifestyle, and avoid sitting for long periods, such as: Leave the car and walk or ride a bike, but if this is a long trip, you can walk or ride a bike for part of the way. Use the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator, or go up the escalator. Get off the bus stop early and walk the rest of the way. Park the car away from where you want to go and walk the rest of the way. Calculate how long it takes you to walk one kilometer; you may discover that it is less time than waiting for public transit. Staying active at work Can you believe that you can keep active lifestyle during long working hours?! Yes, you can by: Taking the stairs rather than the elevator. Talking to your coworkers instead of emailing them, when possible. Taking your lunch break away from the workplace and, if possible, going for a short walk outside. Organizing walking meetings, if possible. Maintaining a standing position while reading emails or reports. Moving the trash so that you have to get up to throw it away. Using the speakers for Internet conference calls and meetings while roaming the room. Stay active at home Here are some simple ideas to get you moving while you’re at home: Set the TV timer to turn off an hour earlier than usual to remind you to get up and move around. Move around when you’re talking on the phone. Iron clothes while watching your favorite TV shows. Listen to recorded books while walking, cleaning or working in the garden instead of sitting to read. Be active everywhere It is tough to work out outside in the summer due to the blistering heat. Keep your active lifestyle but stay healthy; make your choice and don’t allow terrible weather to keep you from exercising! You can engage in activities such as: Dance Yoga Indoor rock climbing Your health comes first If you decide to maintain an active lifestyle  and engage in physical activity for the first time or if you have a health condition, talk to your doctor first before taking this step. He or she can help you decide which activities are best for you. You can also consult a podiatrist at Health and style medical center to check your foot health. But don’t forget to protect yourself from the sun by applying sunscreen and wearing sunscreen, if you are active outdoors.

Summer is here, and you may spend hours outside enjoying without stifling socks or walking barefoot on the sand. But you must take precautions to protect your feet from some of the seasonal threats. Here are some tips on how to avoid common summer foot ailments and maintain healthy summer feet. Tips for healthy summer feet 1.     Trim your toenails Use appropriate nail scissors. Cut your nails straight and don’t keep them too short to help prevent an ingrown toenail. 2.     Walk barefoot Walk barefoot or wear open-toed sandals whenever you can. But avoid walking barefoot in public places such as swimming pools, communal bathrooms and the dressing area to avoid getting athlete’s foot. If you are a diabetic patient, do not to go barefoot to avoid nicks and cuts. 3.     Avoid flip flops Slippers are easy to wear and come in a variety of styles, but avoid wearing flip-flops or sandals all summer.  They don’t provide foot support and might cause arch and heel pain if worn for an extended period of time. 4.     Change your socks daily If you have to wear socks in hot weather, don’t forget to change them at least once a day and choose socks that contain at least 70% cotton to keep your feet dry and odor prevention. 5.     Get rid of hard heel skin Hard, cracked skin around the heels is very common in summer and is often caused by open-toed sandals and flip-flops that rub around the edge of the heel. Use a foot file or a pumice stone to gently scrub hard skin, then apply a moisturizing cream to soften the skin. 6.     Take a break from nail polish Nails need to breathe from time to time so take a break from nail polish about once a month for a few days to a week. This can help prevent discoloration of your nails. 7.     Watch out for sweat Sweaty feet can be worsened by hot summer weather. If you suffer from sweaty feet in the summer, it is important to wash your feet every morning and evening with warm water and soap and dry them well. You can also use an antibacterial lotion to get rid of foot odor. 8.     Use sun cream on your feet Don’t stop at your ankles; apply sunscreen to the tops of your feet’s soles as well. Remember that not only does the skin on your feet and toes require protection, but so do your nails. If you are diabetic and have neuropathy, it may be difficult to notice that your feet are burning in the sun, so apply sunscreen regularly. These tips will definitely help you enjoy the summer and maintain healthy summer feet…

For many of us, our homes served as our workplace for a while, but that is no longer the case, and most of us are back to the office. Many people had medical issues due to office injuries. This emphasized the need of choosing a good workplace and sitting in the proper postures. Surprisingly, this is not restricted to working from home; you might have the same medical problems while working in an office! Let’s start with some simple tips and changes to your workplace. Setting up your workspace When choosing a desk or table, make sure you leave enough space for your feet so that you can sit comfortably. Make sure your laptop screen is at the same height as your eye. If not, you can put your laptop on some books. Use a separate keyboard and mouse, if possible, and place them directly in front of you to avoid bending the wrists. Place a pillow or hand towel rolled up in the lower back to provide adequate support for the spine. But if your seat is too low, sit on a cushion to raise the seat. Avoid sitting or standing for a long time and change your position every few minutes. Do not sit on the sofa or in a lounge chair with the laptop on your lap because this gives you a false sense of comfort and you will not move as much as you should. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes and look away for 20 seconds. Set an alarm to remind you to move, stretch, and change positions at regular intervals throughout the day. How to avoid office injuries? Always look straight ahead, not down. Keep your ears at the same vertical level as your shoulders. Take regular breaks away from screens. Keep your shoulders relaxed and down. Ensure that the backrest is fully positioned. Keep your elbows and forearms at the same level as the desktop. Keep your elbows and forearms at the same level as the desktop, your thighs parallel to the floor, knees slightly lower than your hips, and your feet flat on the floor.

Finally, the holidays are nearing, with flights heading for a different summer vacation or going home to spend more time with family and friends. However, foot troubles might ruin this vacation! This is when good planning comes into play; most of these problems can be avoided. All you have to do is read this article to learn more about healthy Foot during air travel and enjoy your long-awaited vacation. What are the most common foot problems? Knowing the most prevalent issues and how to prevent them is an important aspect of healthy foot during air travel. Swollen feet It is a non-serious condition that happens as a result of keeping your feet on the ground for an extended period and not elevating your feet during the trip, causing fluid to accumulate in the leg veins and increasing pressure on the leg veins. Most of the time, swelling of the feet is not a serious problem but while if it persists for several hours even after resuming activity, it may be due to a more serious condition. Also, if you suffer from swelling in only one leg with leg pain, seek immediate medical attention. Any advice? Yes, some simple steps can help reduce swelling of the feet during the flight, such as: Wearing loose-fitting clothes to avoid increasing pressure on the veins. Walking around for a short period of time every hour or so -if you can-. Bending and extending frequently your ankles and knees while sitting. Changing your position as much as possible. Drinking plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Avoiding alcohol and sedatives that may make you sleepy or unsteady while walking around the cabin. Blood clots Unfortunately, this case is serious and life-threatening unlike the previous one! The risk of developing DVT increases when traveling for long distances (more than 4 hours) due to the formation of a blood clot in a large vein. But the danger does not stop here, as part of the clot may travel to the lungs, causing a sudden blockage of the arteries in the lung! Although it is a rare condition, it can be fatal, so you must understand what causes it, how to know if you are at risk, and what steps you can take to prevent it. Who is most vulnerable to infection? Most people who develop travel-related DVT have other factors that increase their risk of DVT including the following: A previous blood clot A family history of blood clots Recent surgery, hospitalization, or injury Use of contraceptives containing estrogen or hormone replacement therapy Current or recent pregnancy Aging Obesity Active cancer or undergoing chemotherapy Prevention tips? You can follow the following tips to help you prevent DVT when traveling long distances. These steps include: Walk around the cabin from time to time, choosing an aisle seat to get up and walk around every 2-3 hours. If you’re traveling by car, include breaks in your travel schedule to stretch and walk around. Stretch your feet while sitting and try these exercises the next time you travel: Raise and lower your heels while keeping your toes on the ground. Raise and lower your toes while keeping your heels on the ground. If you are traveling long distances and at risk of developing DVT, you should consult your doctor about taking extra precautions such as wearing appropriate medical compression stockings and taking medications before traveling to prevent blood clots. Take care of your feet and pay attention to flight foot health in your next flight.