Table of Contents
Introduction
1
Definitions: The Differences Between Sedentary, Light Intensity, And Moderate-To-Vigorous Activity
2
Sedentary
2
Moderate To Vigorous Physical Activity
3
Light Intensity Activity
3
The Risks Of Being Sedentary: What The Science Shows
5
The Statistics Are Shocking
5
How Being Sedentary Affects Your Metabolism
7
Sedentary And Cardiovascular Disease
9
Diabetes
13
Symptoms
16
Sedentary Disease And Obesity
21
Obesity Risk Factors For Other Conditions
22
Sedentary Disease And Osteoporosis
22
Weight-Bearing Exercises Include
23
Strength-Training Exercises Include
24
Sedentary Disease And Mental Health Problems
24
Sedentary Disease And Sleep Problems
25
Sedentary Disease And Falls
27
Don't Let Sedentary Disease Happen to You
29
Ways To Get Moving
29
Light Activity
29
Moderate Activity
30
Vigorous Activity
30
Living An Active Lifestyle And Moving Your Body Is One Of The Best Ways To Keep Yourself Healthy
31
Stay Motivated
34
Lack of Time
34
Social Support
34
Lack Of Energy
34
Fear Of Injury
35
Lack Of Skill Or Endurance
35
A Leading Cause of Death and Disability: Don’t Let This Happen To You
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