Study finds short bursts of exercise help reduce harm from sitting too much

A recent study shows that simply sitting at a desk for hours on end can have negative effects on mental health and cause stress. The longer you sit, the higher the stress levels become, according to the health website Healthline (USA).

Occasionally performing stretching exercises can help reduce muscle soreness and tension from sitting for long hours at work.

However, simply doing some exercises for about 15 minutes a day can help reduce the harmful effects of prolonged sitting. This research was conducted by ASICS, an international organization specializing in mental health issues in the UK.

Scientists analyzed data collected from approximately 26,000 people. They found that simply sitting continuously at a desk for two hours is enough to cause stress. After four hours of work, stress levels can increase by an additional 18%.

However, research shows that simply doing certain types of exercise can reverse this effect. During work hours, people can do some short exercises during breaks. When they are active, participants feel less stressed and perform better at work.

These exercises include squats, walking, spinal rotations, and rotations of the shoulders, arms, and wrists. Although simple, these exercises are actually very beneficial for people who sit a lot. Research also shows that just 15 minutes of movement is enough to reduce stress levels by 15%, increase concentration by 28%, and boost work productivity by 33%.

In addition, exercise can also help improve physical health. Physical activity helps increase blood circulation, burn calories, and maintain metabolism. These effects will help reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, arthritis, and obesity.

In addition, exercise helps stretch muscles and reduce stiffness caused by prolonged sitting. To reduce muscle pain from prolonged sitting, people should focus on exercises that help open up the chest muscles, and rotate the spine, neck, and shoulders. Experts also recommend that after every 30 minutes of continuous sitting, people should stand up, walk around, and stretch for at least 1-2 minutes, according to Healthline .

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