SITTING TOO MUCH

Spending long periods of time parked on the couch isn’t good for your heart—or your health in general. Multiple, high-quality studies have found that sitting is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, COPD and much more. And the longer you’re parked, the worse it is for you.

There are ways you can help counteract the effects of sedentary behavior, including:  

• Taking breaks: Try short walks or stretching throughout your day. Many healthcare providers (HCPs) recommend standing up and doing something every 30 minutes.
• Moving around during downtime: Standing, stretching and folding laundry are good options when you’re doing something passive, like watching television.
• Adding steps to your day: Try walking meetings with coworkers, using stairs instead of escalators or doing a lap around your office to get to the breakroom. 
• Exercising: The general guidelines for overall health are at least 75 minutes of vigorous or 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week, but any movement can help.

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