The Modern Desk Jockey

The Modern Desk Jockey

By Kevin ChristieHealth & Fitness
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The Modern Desk Jockey episodes

  • #035: The Three Body Preparation Drills that will spare your Back, Neck and Shoulders

    3 simple ways to integrate body preparation drills into your daily routine.

    Performing the Sternum Up, Power Zone and Abdominal Brace can be applied to any movement or activity and prevent low back, spine, neck, shoulder and lower body pain and injuries.

    Here are some simple ways to integrate these 3 body preparation drills into your daily routine. You can find more information at http://ModernDeskJockey.com

    10 min
  • #034: Meditation Made Easy in the Workplace, with Monty Moeller

    Heralded as the first computer-controlled VibrAcoustic therapy that actually trains the brain to relax, the Theracoustic VibrAcoustic Wellness System™ makes it possible for even the busiest minds to achieve deep levels of meditation, regardless of skill level.

    Links to the system and resources mentioned in this episode, visit http://ModernDeskJockey.com

    21 min
  • #033: NFL Combine and Personal Health

    What does the NFL Combine have to do with Desk Jockeys? Today I talk about the NFL Combine, where Top Executives, Coaching Staffs, Player Personnel Departments and Medical Personnel from all 32 NFL teams are on hand to evaluate the nation's top college football players eligible for the upcoming NFL Draft. For more, visit http://ModernDeskJockey.com

    9 min
  • #032: Is Your Foot Pain Plantar Fasciitis?

    One of the most common causes of heel pain is Plantar Fasciitis. It involves pain and inflammation of a thick band of tissue, called the plantar fascia, which runs across the bottom of your foot — connecting your heel bone to your toes.

    For more information about staying well in your workplace, visit http://moderndeskjockey.com

    12 min
  • #031: Your Cholesterol Matters Less Than You Think

    The Cholesterol Hypothesis is the prevailing theory on why human beings develop heart disease.

    It goes something like this; elevated total cholesterol and, especially, elevated LDL cholesterol, is the primary cause of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. Further, replacing saturated fat in the diet with vegetable oils lowers serum cholesterol and, therefore, lowers cardiovascular disease risk.

    This information is decades old and has become medical dogma. Unfortunately, it's not true.

    For more information on this topic, visit http://ModernDeskJockey.com

    10 min
  • #029: Recommendations for Airplane Travel with Low Back Pain

    Experts estimate that as much as 80% of the population will experience a back problem at some point in their life and one-half of all working Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year.

    On average, over 8 million people fly every day. Traveling through busy airports and sitting on long plane rides can put an immense amount of stress and discomfort on the body.

    Whether you're dealing with chronic or acute back pain, or maybe none at all, flying smart can help avoid later complications.

    Visit http://moderndeskjockey.com for more

    11 min
  • #028: Personal Financial Wellness can Reduce Office Stress

    Dave Jacobson is a Financial Coach with the same vision of helping individuals improve their overall wellness. He works with individuals and corporations to help improve their financial health. One big take-away from this episode is this: While your financial situation is different from everyone else, you are not alone. More than 75% of families live paycheck-to-paycheck and don't have a plan for their money. Listen to Dave tell the story of Judy, a client who went from stressed out and complaining about her co-worker to becoming productive - and the only thing that changed was how she was proactively managing her personal finances at home. For more, visit http://ModernDeskJockey.com

    25 min
  • #027: How a Pick Pocket Fixed My Low Back Pain

    George Costanza suffered from back pain due to his huge wallet in his back pocket. It's not just a comedic skit, it's a real issue!

    In this episode I share how sitting on your wallet causes poor posture, low back pain and pelvic issues. And, of course, an easy way to solve it.

    6 min

About The Modern Desk Jockey

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We all have to earn a living, but sometimes, we don't think of the effects sitting for an extended period of time has on our physical well being. Welcome to The Modern Desk Jockey, providing you with…