[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2018\/08\/wellness-at-work-tips\/#Article","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2018\/08\/wellness-at-work-tips\/","headline":"Wellness at Work: Are You on the Right Track?","name":"Wellness at Work: Are You on the Right Track?","description":"Your workplace may offer opportunities to fit self-care into your daily routine. Learn more about maintaining a wellness plan at work. ","datePublished":"2018-08-28","dateModified":"2018-08-29","author":{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.upmc.com\/","name":"UPMC","url":"https:\/\/www.upmc.com\/","sameAs":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/upmc\/","parentOrganization":"UPMC"},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"UPMC HealthBeat","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/UPMC-HealthBeat-Logo.png","url":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/UPMC-HealthBeat-Logo.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Wellness-at-work.jpg","url":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Wellness-at-work.jpg","height":327,"width":754},"url":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2018\/08\/wellness-at-work-tips\/","about":["Living and Wellness"],"wordCount":564,"articleBody":"Working, commuting, taking care of family responsibilities, and everything else you do\u2014it all adds up, and it can be hard to find time for yourself.\u00a0 But the good news is this: Your workplace may offer opportunities to fit self-care into your daily routine.Work out – at Work!No matter where you work, you can probably find a few programs or groups to help you in your quest for wellness. For instance, some workplaces offer discounted gym memberships. Sign up with a friend and encourage each other to achieve your fitness goals.If the gym isn\u2019t your speed, there\u2019s always walking. Find out if your company offers a formal incentive program for achieving a step goal or see if there\u2019s an informal walking club (if there\u2019s not one, why not start it yourself?). Your lunch break can also be a daily wellness break if you decide to make it one.If you have questions about full, in-network access to UPMC doctors and hospitals, please call our help line at 1-855-646-8762.Fuel That Fits Your GoalsSpeaking of lunch, how\u2019s your diet?Instead of hitting the vending machines during the dreaded afternoon slump, be prepared with fresh, healthy snacks, such as :Whole pieces of fruitNutsPlain popcornYogurtRaw vegetablesCoffee is okay too, in moderation, but keep in mind that flavored, frothy beverages can contain a lot of sugar and fat. And, don\u2019t forget to stay hydrated by drinking water throughout the day.If your workplace has a cafeteria, find out if it provides healthy options. You might even qualify for a discount when you select the healthier meal.RELATED: 4 Brain Exercises for Your Daily CommuteGet up and GoStuck at your desk all day? Research has shown that too much sitting is bad for you\u2014really bad. Investigate your options to mitigate the risks of sitting all day (or being sedentary). Perhaps you can request a standing desk, or maybe sitting on an exercise ball will keep your muscles busy. And if neither of these will work for you, set a reminder on your phone to get up and move every hour (or more):Visit a colleague in person instead of sending an emailTake the stairs instead of the elevatorHit the kitchen or water cooler to fill up your water bottle \u2013 even it\u2019s not empty yetKnow Your Insurance OptionsYour workplace may provide another health benefit: health insurance. Make the most of your health insurance plan by finding out what it covers and using those benefits to your advantage.Don\u2019t forget to schedule regular check-upsKeep track of your medications with your health care provider on a regular basisShare your wellness goals with your doctorTo make your health insurance work for you, ensure that it provides access to the health care providers and facilities you prefer. If your plan doesn\u2019t cover your favorite doctor or your preferred hospitals, you may want to evaluate your options carefully to see if another option meets your needs.There are a number of ways to stay on track with your wellness, whether you\u2019re making healthy choices during the work day or maximizing your health insurance benefits.If you have questions about full, in-network access to UPMC doctors and hospitals, please call our help line at 1-855-646-8762."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"2018","item":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2018\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"08","item":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2018\/\/08\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Wellness at Work: Are You on the Right Track?","item":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2018\/08\/wellness-at-work-tips\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]