Today’s Solutions: April 21, 2026

Sitting in front of computers is an unavoidable, and unhealthy, part of modern life. The painful truth is that staying seated for long increments on a daily basis, makes your mortality rate go up. However, a new study suggests that if you take a movement break every 30 minutes, you can significantly lower your risk of death. Don’t be lazy and get up every once in a while, your body will thank you later.

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