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Parking farther away, taking the stairs, and doing leg stretches are just a few of the many things you can do to burn calories while you’re at work. If you work at a job where you’re sitting most of the day, it is especially important to get up and move because being too sedentary can lead to a slowed metabolism and tight hip flexors. If you’re looking for ideas on how to be more active at work, check out these creative ways to exercise on the 9-to-5.