The Side Effects Of Prolonged Sitting


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Introduction

A sedentary lifestyle can be dangerous to your health in more ways than one. Sitting for long periods of time is linked with many health concerns.

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Weight gain

Your body uses less energy while sitting and you burn fewer calories. Staying inactive for maximum hours of the day increases your risk of obesity.

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Poor posture

Constant sitting puts strain on your back. If you find yourself slouching in front of laptop or computer, blame those long working hours.

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Weak leg muscles

Sitting for long periods can lead to weakened leg muscles, resulting in a higher risk of falling, injuries and frequent muscle strains.

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A bad back

Back pain is a common issue these days and prolonged sitting is one of the contributors. Poor posture while sitting aggravate the condition.

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Poor mental health

Physical activity is one of the components that stimulate the happy hormones in your body and sitting all day may result in poor mental health

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Stiffness of neck & shoulder

Just like your legs and back, sitting for too long can affect your neck and shoulder especially if you are hunched over screens all day.

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What to do

Take a break from sitting after every 30 minutes. Try to move more and walk while attending calls. Also, start your day with some exercise.

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