Fern Chair by Haworth

Fern chair by Haworth

Standing stretch

Standing stretches provide a good transitional break from sitting. These stretches loosen back and leg muscles that tighten after prolonged sitting. These exercises also work well to break up a long car ride.

Alternative Nostril Breathing

Clouds in June - N. Carlson

Alternative nostril breathing can be used as a method of centering prior to meditation. The technique is easy to learn.  It may be more difficult to do if you have a cold or a blocked nasal passage.

Alternative Nostril Breathing - 1 min 51 seconds

Temporary ergonomics web site

The UHS/DEHS website is in the process of being updated this is a link to the Temporary DEHS UMN Ergonomics Website.