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How exercise could reduce the health risks from sitting too long?

People Exercising in Step Aerobics Class
People Exercising in Step Aerobics Class Source: AAP / AAP Image/Moodboard

People in developed countries spend an average of nine-to-10 hours a day sitting. This is concerning because prolonged time spent sitting is linked to a number of health issues including obesity, heart disease, and certain types of cancers. Physiotherapist Sivakumar Gopalakrishnan talks more about doing exercise and how it will improve our well-being.


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People in developed countries spend an average of nine-to-10 hours a day sitting. This is concerning because prolonged time spent sitting is linked to a number of health issues including obesity, heart disease, and certain types of cancers. Physiotherapist Sivakumar Gopalakrishnan talks more about doing exercise and how it will improve our well-being.


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