Passive activities such as watching television have been linked to worse memory and cognitive skills, while 'active sitting' ...

From 9 to 5 workdays spent in front of the computer to binging on a new TV series, most of us spend a lot of time sitting, often in a single day. Young adults in the U.S. reportedly sit about nine to ...

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Most of us know that sitting for too long is not healthy, but new research sheds light on the dangers of prolonged, uninterrupted sitting over time. What are the health risks associated with sitting ...

Sitting might be slowly killing you, but your standing desk likely isn’t the solution. That’s according to Stephen Williams, a cardiologist at NYU Langone, who told The Post that being sedentary is ...

Many Americans spend most of their day sitting down. A nationwide survey revealed the average person spends 9.5 hours sitting down—more than double the amount of time recommended by a chiropractor.

Share on Pinterest Scientists have found a link between standing for too long and circulatory disease risk. Anna Frank/Getty Images Past research shows that sitting for long periods can harm our ...

Keeping hips and knees at a 90-degree angle and using back support may help alleviate lower back pain. It is best to avoid slumped positions and sitting cross-legged for long periods. A person may be ...

Dr. Valerie Cholet is a Professor of Kinesiology. She earned her doctorate at Penn State University and has taught in higher education for over 20 years. Her areas of specialization include Exercise ...