Research has linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns, including obesity and metabolic syndrome. By replacing 30 minutes of daily sitting with a simple activity, such as walking, housework, or even standing, you can drastically decrease your heart attack risk. Previous research has assumed that improving heart health can only happen when doing high-impact or aerobic exercise, but a new study has found that the even everyday low-impact activities can have positive effects on the heart.
Get up, stand up! Why standing more throughout the day reduces heart attack risk
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