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08/04/2020
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By Zoey Sky
20-year sedentary lifestyle linked to TWICE the risk of premature DEATH: Being physically active is key to a longer life
It’s easy to fall into the habit of skipping exercise because you’re busy with work or chores. Yet according to a study, having a sedentary lifestyle for at least 20 years is linked to twice the risk of premature death, especially compared to those who exercise regularly. Results from the Trøndelag Health Study (the HUNT study) […]
01/01/2020
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By Zoey Sky
On your feet, couch potato: Stand or exercise during commercials to decrease sedentary time
Online streaming services have made it easier to binge-watch full seasons of episodic shows and countless movies, but they have also been contributing to unhealthy lifestyle habits. A recent study reveals that sitting too long while watching a show or movie can increase your risk of conditions linked to inactivity, such as obesity and heart […]
12/17/2019
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By Grace Olson
Set yourself straight: How to improve body posture
When you’re sitting down comfortably against a sofa or an armchair, it’s difficult to keep a straight, “proper” posture. This sentiment applies to different positions as well, such as standing, facing the computer and even lying down. However, posture contributes to your health a lot more than you think. Taking measures to improve it may […]
10/28/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Get up and MOVE: Sitting too long is linked to a higher risk of premature death, warn researchers
People know how having a sedentary lifestyle can negatively affect their overall well-being, but not everyone is trying to be more active to boost their physical fitness. But it’s time to start working out more. According to a 2017 study, sitting for more than one hour without moving can also increase your risk for premature death. Thankfully, there […]
10/23/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Walk, cycle, or jog: Prevent the negative side effects of sitting all day by squeezing some exercise into your daily routine
Are you bound to your desk chair for many hours every day? You need to find some way to add physical exercise to your day, even if it’s just brisk walking. Cycling, jogging, walking – as long as a person finds a way to move, he may undo the harmful effects of sitting all day. […]
10/15/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Offset the health risks of your desk job by exercising whenever you can
Most jobs nowadays involve an excessive amount of sitting down (and staring into a screen). This type of sedentary lifestyle – a lifestyle with little to no physical activity – has been linked to a number of health concerns like obesity. So how do you resolve this issue? Get moving. In a study published in the Journal of […]
05/26/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Can you cycle while you work? Study shows cycling workstations can significantly boost employee health compared to standing desks
erDesk jobs require employees to sit in front of their computers for long hours. However, sitting for long periods can increase a person’s risk of diseases. As a preventive method, research recommends cycling workstations. A systematic review published in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine found that cycling workstations may be healthier than standing versions because […]
05/01/2019
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By Zoey Sky
If you have an 8-hour desk job, exercise for 30 minutes daily to significantly improve your health
Research warns that a sedentary lifestyle coupled with a desk job can negatively affect your health and can even lead to an early death. Fortunately, a study conducted by researchers from Columbia University Irving Medical Center says that staying active even if you sit most of the day can lower your risk of health problems. Findings suggest that 30 minutes of […]
02/18/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Spending too much time sitting down can impact your mental health
Sitting down for hours has become the norm. It’s become far too common for a lot of us to spend seven to eight hours on our butts, working, and being glued to our desks. However, this is contributing to our increasingly sedentary lifestyle, which can take a toll on health. According to a new study, […]
08/25/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Constant movement is the key: Overcome the dangers of prolonged sitting by raising your metabolic rate with ”dynamic” workstations
Sitting, the thing people do the most every day, has been called as “the new smoking” and for good reason. While various scientific literature has pointed out the adverse effects that sitting down has on the body, a new study may provide a way to counteract this effect. In their paper, which was published in the journal Work, researchers from the University of Illinois […]
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