So many people don’t use the lunch hour they are entitled to.
I remember when I used to work in the city, I didn’t. I occasionally walked to a shop to get a sandwich & a coffee, or if I’d brought my lunch in that day I’d eat it at my desk, in the kitchen zone or very occasionally outside for a few minutes.
Use It Or Lose It
We should take our full lunch break though. As I said above, we’re entitled to it. But we’re also doing ourselves an injustice if we don’t rest. A break will improve your physical and mental health whilst also giving you time away from the desk so your productivity boosts when you return. With fresh eyes & fresh ideas.
Just Do Something
Don’t just sit at your desk, your mind & body won’t thank you for it. Improve your well-being by getting away from the office, reading a book, laying in the sunshine, developing your skills, going for a run, and trying something different.
Improve Your Office
While on the subject of spending less time at your desk, it might be worth looking at alternative furniture to help with those long periods of time spent at the workstation. Think about rising desks for example. These are great for keeping the body moving and not stuck in a seated position for hours on end. A company like Deskup provides some great options for those who want a more ergonomic option.
Further Reading
This People Management article on the subject is really worth reading.
You can read more about the UK laws regarding breaks here.
