Whether you're in construction, picking orders in a warehouse or processing complex files in the office: a month's break from that evening glass will do wonders. Need an extra push? Here are 7 reasons why you should join this month too!
1. Recover better thanks to deeper sleep
Alcohol after work may seem relaxing, but it disrupts your REM sleep: the phase when your body and brain really recover. Without that glass, you wake up much more refreshed in the morning. You feel less fatigued during your shift, making that physically demanding job or that long meeting feel a lot lighter.
2. Focus and sharpness in the workplace
A clear head is essential no matter what sector you work in. Without alcohol, the subtle "fog" in your head that can sometimes linger until the afternoon disappears. You can plan better, see where priorities lie faster and make fewer mistakes. A sharp eye will ensure a result you can be proud of!
3. A rock-solid immune system
February is the month of winter ailments. Alcohol affects your natural defences. By taking a month's break, you give your immune system a boost. This way you will be better protected against colds and stay fit for work as well as for your fun plans after hours.
4. Better physical performance and less stiffness
Activity demands a lot from your muscles. Alcohol drains moisture from your body and can lead to stiffness. Without alcohol, your muscles recover faster after a hard day in the yard or in production. You literally feel stronger and more supple, which makes your job a lot more ergonomic.
5. Lower risk of injury
Alcohol can trigger minor inflammation in joints and tendons. Taking a break gives your body a chance to recover optimally from the daily strain. This reduces the chances of your back, knees or wrists suffering while performing your tasks.
6. Optimal hydration and stamina
When we cut out alcohol, we subconsciously drink more water, coffee or tea. As alcohol withdraws moisture, this month ensures that your fluid balance is restored. You'll notice this immediately in your stamina: you'll keep up those last hours of your shift much more easily.
7. And last but not least: better for your wallet
Not buying alcohol means saving a nice amount of money unnoticed. At the end of the month, you'll have a little extra left over for something nice for yourself or your family. A nice reward for your hard work!