What Does Science Say About Standing Desks?
Standing desks are all the rage, but do they really improve your health? Let’s take a closer look at the claims. The truth may surprise you.
March 3, 2024
Tag: sitting too much
Brief Breaks from Sitting Could Lead to Big Gains in Strength
New research shows taking regular breaks from sitting, in combination with regular strength training, could improve your strength and physical health. Learn how to incorporate brief “exercise snacks” into your day to increase your overall strength and physical performance.
December 18, 2022
5 Science-Backed Health Effects of Sitting Too Much
What could be so bad about sitting at work and sitting more when you get home? A lot! Studies show it can be damaging to your health. Find out why sitting during the day is harmful and what you can do about it.
July 18, 2021
Why You’re Not Losing Weight Despite Exercising Every Day
Are you frustrated because you’re exercising regularly and not losing weight? It’s a common problem and one that can lead to considerable frustration. In this article, you’ll learn why this happens and steps you can take to correct it.
July 12, 2020
5 Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease that Exercise Can Improve
Are you concerned about your risk of cardiovascular disease? For good reason! Heart disease is still the number one cause of death in Western countries. Fortunately, exercise can lower your risk of developing heart disease and it does so partially by improving these cardiovascular risk factors.
January 19, 2020
Can Too Much Sitting Damage Your Internal Organs?
These days, you hear a lot about the health risks of sitting and most people do too much of it! But, can sitting have other health consequences as well? Can it even damage internal organs like your liver?
January 20, 2019
For Health and Longevity, Every Movement Counts
If you do a structured workout most days of the week, that’s a good thing! Yet even a structured workout can’t make up for another problem that too many people have – sedentary behavior. Find out why lack of movement throughout the day is so harmful to your health and longevity.
March 6, 2016
What Two Minutes of Movement Can Do for Your Health
Can two minutes of movement change your health? If you sit all day it can. A number of studies point to sitting too long during the day as a risk factor for health problems. Now a new study shows how you can lower your risk with only two minutes of activity. Find out more.
May 10, 2015
5 Reasons Sitting is Bad for Your Health
It’s now common knowledge that sitting is bad for your health – but have you ever wondered why? Read on and discover 5 reasons why sitting too much is bad news regardless of whether you do a daily workout.
April 12, 2015
Another Way Sitting Too Much Makes Your Bottom Bigger
You already know that prolonged sitting is bad for your health, but it may affect your “bottom line” as well. New research shows that sitting in a chair too long may increase the amount of fat you store in your buttocks regardless of the squats you do at the gym. Find out more.
February 24, 2013