On the job weight gain is on the rise

The National Center for Health and Statistics estimates 66 percent of adults are overweight or obese. A recent Careerbuilder.com survey finds that 45 percent of workers have gained weight since starting their current job. Most respondents gained more than ten pounds. Women are gaining more weight than men and financial and government workers are gaining the most weight. Retail and hospitality workers gained the least. Reasons for the weight gain are eating out two or more times a week, going to the vending machine, and not exercising.

There are simple ways you can keep the pounds from creeping up on you. Keeping a journal of what you eat everyday will help you get a picture of how good or bad your eating habits are and make you conscious of any overindulgence. Taking the stairs and parking far away from your building entrance will help give you some exercise. However, incorporating exercise into your daily routine not only keeps the pounds off but also relieves stress which can lead to overeating. If you work from home, remember to exercise and eat balanced meals everyday.

Obesity leads to many diseases and can be avoided. It takes a conscious effort and commitment to good health. It’s not easy but when you think of life with the alternative of poor health and a limited lifestyle it’s not hard to find some motivation.