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sedentary behavior
Coverage of sedentary behavior in the Nexus archive.
- 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.