Woman with glasses doing yoga at desk
Featured, Fitness, Work

Reduce Stress at Work With Yoga

We recently wrapped up a 4-week series of yoga classes for employees here at TOPS Headquarters. The series focused on reducing stress and provided a perfect opportunity to relax, reboot and calm our buzzing minds during the work day. I know that I personally left each class recharged and ready to take on the rest of the day. We are…

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Maggie doing seated hip stretch
Fitness, Work

3 Stretches to Try if You Sit at a Desk

If you have an office job, your typical day might look like this: sitting in a car while on your way to work; sitting at your desk while at work; sitting in a meeting or two; sitting in your car while on your way home from work; sitting in front of the television or laptop; sitting down for dinner. That’s…

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Physical Activity Bingo
Fitness, Motivation, Work

Making Fitness Fun for Employees

It’s no secret that sitting for prolonged periods is bad for your waistline. However, you may not be aware of just how bad it can be for your overall health. Research from Northwestern University found that people who spend more time sitting are more likely to become disabled when compared with people with similar health and exercise habits who sit…

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Seated Shoulder Press
Fitness, Work

3 Seated Resistance Band Exercises

While it’s always nice to be able to take a brisk walk during the workday, sometimes leaving your desk just isn’t possible. Keeping a resistance band at your desk or workspace is a simple and convenient way to fit in strengthening exercises throughout the day—and you don’t even have to leave your seat. Here are some exercises* that will help…

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Businessman Raising Arms
Health, Lifestyle, Work

Tips for a Healthier Workday

The average adult spends the majority of his or her day at work. Even if your workday includes a trip to the gym afterwards, it’s the choices you make during the workday that can have a significant impact on your health and weight. Taking action with small, simple steps throughout the day like the following: Set an alarm on your…

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Egg Cupcakes
Nutrition, Recipes, Work

A Quick and Filling Snack for Work

A while back I shared a recipe for egg cupcakes in my blog. If your New Year’s resolution involves eating better, check out this past posting for an eggs-cellent idea (please excuse the bad pun—I couldn’t help myself.) Ah, the afternoon vending machine showdown. We’ve all been there, and it’s tough to pick something healthy when your blood sugar is…

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