Researchers conducted a study to see if there is a link between working in a traditional office environment and an increased risk of heart failure. Following 82,000 men, ages 45 to 69, over 10 years led to the conclusion that men who don’t exercise regularly and whose jobs require them to sit for five or more hours per day are twice as likely to develop heart failure than their more active counterparts. …Read More
Of course you’re familiar with the harmful effects of a desk job, but there are other reasons why employees may call in sick. Keep reading to learn about these office safety hazards you may not be aware of. …Read More
Ok guys, it’s time to take a stand against poor heart health. A recent study found that prolonged sitting increases the likelihood of heart failure in men by 52 percent. Yes, you read that right—52 percent! …Read More
You’re well aware that sitting is bad for your physical health, but a recent study has shown that sitting has a negative effect on mental health. Researchers in Australia studied 8,950 women ages 50 to 55 to determine if prolonged sitting and lack of exercise had an effect …Read More
A health study led by a Cornell nutritional scientist showed that women who spent the majority of their day in a sedentary position died earlier than women who remained active. The study included 93,000 postmenopausal American women and sedentary time was defined as sitting and resting. …Read More
We always talk about the negative health effects of sitting. The facts are pretty dismal,
The internet has picked up a study recently with flashy headlines saying that standing desks
