Hello, Beauties🌸 Today’s post, The Science of Being Sedentary.
One of the most significant tools for health success also happens to be one of the simplest ones: walking every day. Walking became my go-to exercise when I trained for and participated in the Nike Women’s Half-Marathon in Washington, D.C., in 2013.
Nearly six years and three Fitbits later, the personal metrics have improved to include heart rate and reminders to get going if you haven’t moved for the past hour. My Alta HR Fitbit now converts my other fitness activities, such as hula hooping and stationary bike riding, to steps.
Sedentary people average 2,000 to 3,000 steps per day. My average number of steps per day is usually around 5,000 steps from walking to and from the medical offices. According to health experts, adding 2,000 to 3,000 steps daily to regular activities may prevent weight gain.
Is exercise part of your daily routine? It should be. The World Health Organization identified a lack of physical activity as the fourth leading risk factor for death. Exercise is not just about weight loss but is also vital in health management.
Animal and human studies show inactivity has significant effects on the body. Sitting for long hours is linked to:
♥ Blood clots
◊ Obesity
♥ Type 2 Diabetes
◊ Cardiovascular Disease
♥ Heart Disease
◊ Colon and Breast Cancers
♥ Kidney Disease
◊ Life Expectancy Declines
Researchers found that brisk walking could counter the likelihood of early death linked with sitting eight or more hours a day. Let’s not be couch potatoes.
Sometimes I step in place in the comforts of my home to get in my 10,000 steps. Because I know being active is great for my heart and my body.
What’s your go-to movement or activity to avoid leading a sedentary lifestyle? Please do share in the comments section.
Thank you for reading. Have a fabulous week.
