A cubicle workout is a way for people who generally sit at a desk for several hours every day to exercise while on the job. Stretching, yoga and treadmill-desk machines are among the many options for a cubicle workout.Web MD: Exercise at Your Desk Web MD: Stretching Exercises at Your Desk: 12 Simple Tips St. John Health: Deskercise for the Office Bound

There are various types of exercises that can be performed in a cubicle such as leg extensions, neck exercises, wrist flexion, Tai Chi and some types of aerobics. Some exercises require accessories such as a balance ball or cubicle treadmill, but most require no special equipment.WebMD: Stretching Exercises at Your Desk: 12 Simple Tips WebMD: Exercise at Your Desk Detroit Regional Chamber: Human Resources: Tai Chi in the Cubicle St. John Health: Deskercise for the Office Bound Google Books: Managing and Motivating Contact Center Employees

Cubicle workouts have been shown to ease muscle tension and reduce stress while on the job, as well as fighting the cumulative effects of stationary office work, such as muscle atrophy and decreased flexibility.St. John Health: Deskercise for the Office Bound

Some fitness advocates recommend replacing the standard office desk chair with an exercise ball. Sitting on a large rubber ball is reported to strengthen your core because of the effort required by your abdominal and lower back muscles to keep you steady. The practice has been criticized by others, however, who point out that the balls can't be adjusted to position the body properly to prevent repetitive stress injury while using a computer, and that the ball offers no back or arm support. The Wall Street Journal: The Ball's in Your Cubicle (February 27, 2007)

The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before beginning any cubicle workout program.