What are some good exercises/stretches to do while in front of the computer?

2026-07-15 02:51 UTC

I spend a lot of time at my computer playing games that have a turn timer, so I have to wait around after I finish doing whatever I was going to do. I’ve been trying to get up and move a bit more while I’m waiting, but I kind of just move around randomly. There’s no rhyme or reason. Besides it probably not being as effective, without some structure to it I eventually just get bored and go back to sitting. What are some good exercises or stretches that I can do in this situation? Also, somewhat important that it’s nothing too cardio intensive. I don’t really want to get sweaty while I’m gaming.

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@Object@sh.itjust.works 2026-07-15 02:58

I don’t know the name of this pose nor can I find the image, but I have been recommended to do this by my doctor: Stand up, and cross your legs by placing your right foot in front of the left. Whilst keeping your legs straight, use your left hand to reach the right foot. (No need to touch it, just stretch as far as you can without hurting yourself) Repeat with the other leg.

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@WhatsHerBucket@lemmy.world 2026-07-15 03:21

Duck “Chair yoga poses (or positions)” and find some that look good.

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@theskyisfalling@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2026-07-15 03:29

Literally any callisthenics progression. If you are struggling on where to start then check out the hybrid callisthenics site which gives you a basic workout as well as progressions that you can do for each exercise. In terms of stretching just start doing things to try and increase your flexibility where ever you may need it for example if you can’t touch your toes then maybe start working on that first as that is your most basic that everyone should be able to do easily!

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@Today@lemmy.world 2026-07-15 03:49

You’re sitting with most joints in a flexed position. Sand up and stretch in extension- neck, shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, and do some heel raises.

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@salarua@sopuli.xyz 2026-07-15 04:02

My favorite exercise website, Darebee, has an entire desk workouts collection with 20+ workouts listed. They’re all stretching and mobility exercises, but if you have more time and room you could also take a look at their micro workouts.

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@Grimy@lemmy.world 2026-07-15 04:54

How much time are we really talking about here? You need to stretch first I think, and that eats up time. If you still have enough time after that, look into interval training, else then practice stretching and yoga.

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@makeshift0546@lemmy.today 2026-07-15 08:35

Stretching is worthless. Do actual exercises. I try to fit body weight back work in and keep a yoga mat next to my desk.

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