A new study showed a progressive increase in multimorbidity, or multiple chronic conditions, in people who spent more time sedentary (or not moving). When people limited their time being sedentary to ...

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The modern workday has changed a lot in recent years. Computers, flexible work hours, and less physical activity are now a normal part of many sedentary work. But along with this shift has come a ...

Being sedentary at work, such as sitting in front of a work computer, led to lower blood pressure than standing for long periods. The findings are from a new study that also found that prolonged ...

While a desk job might seem relatively harmless, mounting evidence suggests that prolonged periods of sedentary work can significantly impact how quickly our bodies age. From physical deterioration to ...

Objectives Physical activity guidelines inform policy and practice in promoting healthier lifestyles. The WHO advocates for distinct recommendations for each country to address variation in needs, ...

In 1960, about half of the jobs available required at least moderate physical activity. In the US today, only 20% of jobs require moderate activity. The rest are either sedentary or require only ...