Sitting Negates Exercise
So many of us think that if we go for a short walk, a jog, or do a session at the gym after a day sitting at our desks that we're doing as much as we need to for good health, but it's not the case. That's because the benefits of those physical activities depend on how much time you spend sitting.
If, for example, you sat at your desk for hours, but then went out for a jog after work, yes, you'd certainly gain some health benefits from that run, but the nine hours seated during the day drags those health benefits down.
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