In addition to a correct In addition to a correct workstation layout, it isworkstation layout, it is

important to look after important to look after your own well being your own well being

whilst atwhilst at

work.work.

Following are some very simple, Following are some very simple, but useful suggestions to make but useful suggestions to make

your day at work more your day at work more comfortable.comfortable.

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1. Be aware of your posture.

Slowly realign your head - imagine that your head is a teacup balancing on your neck (the saucer!). Keep your head and neck erect and chin tucked.

Lower your chair to lessen the need to look down at your screen.

Pull your shoulders back into a military posture and then relax them forward slightly. Relax your shoulders!!

Wellbeing at WorkWellbeing at Work2.Stop and s-t-r-e-t-c-h! To get the best results:

Exercise and take short breaks frequently

Exercise is one of the best ways you can improve your posture.

Include a variety of movements in your workday.

It's important to take shorter (even 15 seconds) breaks more frequently rather than one longer break.

Remember, movement is necessary for health and comfort. Simply standing up and taking a deep breath each hour will improve your comfort and health.

3. Take a walk Go for a short walk in your lunch break or just go

outside for fresh air.

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Look after your Look after your healthhealth

Pay attention to your bodyPay attention to your body

When did you last:When did you last:

take a swim?take a swim?

take a long walk?take a long walk?

exercise in a gym?exercise in a gym?

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Look after your Look after your healthhealth

Pay attention to your dietPay attention to your diet

Are you:Are you:

Eating a balanced diet?Eating a balanced diet?

Eating plenty of fruit?Eating plenty of fruit?

Drinking over a litre of water a Drinking over a litre of water a

day?day?

Facilities at CSUFacilities at CSU

Each campus has facilities that staff Each campus has facilities that staff

can use.can use.

So start using them!So start using them!

GymGym

Swimming PoolSwimming Pool

Playing Fields/OvalsPlaying Fields/Ovals

Netball & Basketball CourtsNetball & Basketball Courts

Squash CourtsSquash Courts

Tennis CourtsTennis Courts

Not all facilities available at all campuses