Sitting Too Long Is Detrimental To Good Health

According to the American Heart Association, everyone should sit less and move more. Prolonged "morning to bedtime" sitting has been shown by researchers to play a significant role in many troublesome health issues, from obesity and heart disease to diabetes and metabolic syndrome. So, it is critical to identify those times of day you can stand, walk or climb. Remember, some of your best ideas can come to you when you are on a walk at work. There are countless ways to sneak more activity into your days. You won't be abandoning work, you are ensuring that the time you spend working has more value.

Adopt New Habits for Moving More

In our fast-paced society, sitting, sitting, sitting has become a dangerous norm. Try to adopt these new habits designed to get you moving throughout the workday:

• Try to Walk Faster
• Conduct Meetings On the Go
• Always Take the Stairs
• Talk Standing Up
• Stand Every 30 Minutes
• Set a Goal Daily Steps

Remember that small changes in physical activity can go a long way in keeping you healthy and happy. Get co-workers involved and make it a challenge to be more active together.

Restore Your Health and Wellness Now!

Few people have enough time to be more active, so make certain you devote time when planning your schedule. According to researchers at the Columbia University School of Medicine, every 30 minutes of consecutive sitting should be followed by moving at a brisk pace for five minutes to reduce health risks. The added physical activity can have an immediate impact on your health and wellness. Since sitting is dangerous, now is time for you to reverse the trend associated with increased risks of dying prematurely. Contact the Metabolic Research Center for a FREE consultation to discuss how you can restore your health and wellness.