
This might lead to weight loss and increased energy. The impact of movement - even leisurely movement - can be profound.

If you work at a desk, try a standing desk - or improvise with a high table or counter.Stand while talking on the phone or watching television.Take a break from sitting every 30 minutes.You might start by simply standing rather than sitting when you have the chance or finding ways to walk while you work. However, it seems clear that less sitting and more moving overall contribute to better health. More study is needed on the effects of sitting and physical activity on health.

Another study found that sitting time contributed little to mortality for people who were most active.

However, unlike some other studies, this analysis of data from more than 1 million people found that 60 to 75 minutes of moderately intense physical activity a day countered the effects of too much sitting. An analysis of 13 studies of sitting time and activity levels found that those who sat for more than eight hours a day with no physical activity had a risk of dying similar to the risks of dying posed by obesity and smoking. Any extended sitting - such as at a desk, behind a wheel or in front of a screen - can be harmful.
