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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) […]
02/25/2020
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By Darnel Fernandez
Even couch potatoes can benefit from physical activity: It’s never too late to start exercising, say researchers
Engaging in exercise is, without a doubt, good for your overall health. Numerous studies have shown that exercising can lower the risk of developing chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer and even diabetes. But can you actually miss out on the benefits of exercise if you start working out much later in life? According to […]
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 […]
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 […]
06/11/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Get off your bum: Sitting, watching TV for two or more hours per day raises risk of colorectal cancer
Living a sedentary life may cause more harm to your health than you think. A study published in JNCI Cancer Spectrum found that sitting and watching television for at least two hours may increase your risk of colorectal cancer before you reach age 50. The number of people diagnosed with colorectal cancer before age 50 continues […]
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 […]
03/06/2019
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By Rhonda Johansson
Twice as many deaths are caused by physical inactivity compared to obesity, stunning study finds
Brisk walking for 20 minutes every day could reduce your risk of premature death by as much as 30 percent, concludes researchers from the University of Cambridge, after studying more than 300,000 European men and women. The 2015 study found that twice as many deaths could be attributed to the lack of physical exercise compared to […]
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