Tied to a desk for your 9-5 job? 7 cardiologist-approved habits can make your desk job healthier

Set up a corner for your work desk. Decked it up with a whiteboard, essential and charming stationery items, and sticky notes. Even ordered a comfortable chair that can support your back while you’re brainstorming and head-scratching!Think that’s all it takes for a healthy upgrade while you’re at a desk job? Think again.Being tied to your desk all day for that 9-5 comes with quite a few perks, true. But it also comes with a plethora of cons. On one hand, you don’t have to worry about getting stuck in the middle of the traffic on a busy day, or about braving storms and getting drenched in rain. But what about the internal organs of your own body?The signs might be subtle initially, but being stuck in a chair all day long, your heart might be giving away urgent and repeated SOS signals. In fact, a recent study, published in JAMA Network Open, found that working a sedentary desk job can increase heart disease risk by 34% and raise overall death risk by 16% compared to more active jobs. Even regular workouts after hours can't fully reverse the damage of sitting too much. But fear not! You’re not alone. It’s become a people’s problem now. The good news? Even minor changes can make a big difference.We’ve rounded up seven cardiologist-approved habits that are easy, fun, and perfect for your desk job life. These simple habits will boost circulation, zap stress, and protect your heart, without leaving a dent in your cubicle-centric life.Ready to give your hectic workday a smart twist?