sedentary behavior
Coverage of sedentary behavior in the Nexus archive.
- Simple sitting change linked to lower risk of cancer death, study finds
A study led by the University of Glasgow found that interrupting prolonged sitting with physical activity reduces cancer death risk. Participants who broke up sedentary periods with light, moderate, or vigorous activity saw risk reductions of 12%, 8%, and 22% respectively when replacing one hour or portions of sitting. The observational study tracked 91,292 UK participants over 12 years using movement-tracking devices.
- Too many sleepless nights may lead to weight gain
Reducing sleep by as little as 90 minutes may contribute to weight gain and increased sedentary behavior, according to a new study. The findings suggest insufficient sleep could negatively impact physical activity levels and body weight.
- It doesn’t matter how much you sit — walking more could lower your risk of death and disease
A study of 72,000 people found that walking more can reduce mortality risk by nearly 40% and cardiovascular disease risk by over 20%, even for those who sit long hours. Taking 9,000–10,000 steps daily provided the greatest benefits.