Key points from article :
Long periods of sitting lead to negative health outcomes.
Direct link between sedentary behaviour & obesity.
Extended sitting is a health risk separate & independent from lack of exercise.
Increased risk of chronic diseases like stroke, dementia, diabetes, kidney and peripheral artery disease.
Prolonged sitting can increase disease risk even in those who get adequate exercise.
But exercise does confer a protective effect against some of the negative effects.
Many wearable devices provide some measure of sedentary time (Fitbit etc).
60% of Americans meet physical activity guidelines which drops to 20% in those aged 75 or older.
Walking is comparable to vigorous exercise in elderly.
One should be physically active for at least 30 minutes a day (walking counts).
Prolonged sitting should be interrupted with light activity or standing.
Research by Stanford Centre on Longevity.
