The dangerous consequences of prolonged inactivity in humans are widely known. Too much sitting leads to an increased risk of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and other chronic illnesses, including depression. To offset the severe side effects of a sedentary lifestyle, doctors recommend adults complete at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise a week. The study found that doing lighter intensity daily activities such as household chores can significantly reduce the risk of stroke. Light-intensity physical activity can include vacuuming, sweeping the floor, washing the car, leisure strolling, stretching, or playing catch. They found those who were sedentary for 13 hours or more a day had a 44% increased risk of having a stroke.
Source: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2792959
Source: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2792959
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