The bad news: Sitting for long stretches of time is associated with a shorter lifespan, and 35 chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, osteoporosis, diabetes, erectile dysfunction, and depression.
The good news: Even very short bursts of activity (under five minutes) can offset this risk when done regularly, according to research. Movement breaks, however, are not always easy to implement and remember regularly.
Here’s a list of mini-movement ideas — from checking the mail to doing jumping jacks — to fit every schedule and energy level.
