Excessive sitting has been tied to weight gain, diabetes, heart disease, spinal issues and muscle degeneration. Health care experts at tips to get on your feet:
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« Track your time.
Figure out how long you sit each day and get up for a few minutes at least once an hour.
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« Stand and deliver.
- Get a standing desk, or try standing while on the phone.
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« Stride smart.
- Walk to a nearby park during lunch; take the stairs; walk to a water dispenser that’s farthest away from your desk.
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« Extend and elongate.
- Reaching up and out, extending your legs or bending to lengthen your spine can help alleviate muscle tension.