We all know that regular exercise is key to maintaining a healthy weight. But clocking enough activity is often easier said than done. Gym memberships can be pricey. And if you have low mobility or a ...

Most of us know that sitting for too long is not healthy, but new research sheds light on the dangers of prolonged, uninterrupted sitting over time. What are the health risks associated with sitting ...

Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part series showing you how to stretch and strengthen your ...

We know that too much sitting is bad for us, but a new study adds an important detail: if you spend more than 10-and-a-half hours a day sitting or lying down, regular exercise might not be enough to ...

Sitting at your desk for eight hours (or more) a day and heading to the gym in the evening to balance it out? Prolonged sitting, even with regular exercise, disrupts metabolism, slows blood flow, and ...

Most older Americans understand that exercise reduces the likelihood of a long list of chronic diseases and conditions, including dementia. But a recent study has also linked sedentary behavior – the ...

A recent study in 2024 warns that sitting for extended periods can lead to grave health consequences like obesity and metabolic disorders, and it could even shorten your lifespan. While hitting the ...

Here’s some bad news you probably shouldn’t sit down for: Sitting for hours on end isn’t just bad for your waistline and physical health, as has been well-documented in recent years. Turns out, ...

Share on Pinterest To prevent a second heart attack, replace 30 minutes’ sitting time with exercise, a new study suggests. Image credit: Maskot/Getty Images. About one in five people who have ...