The Dangers of Prolonged Sitting: Increase in Mortality Risk and How to Stay Active

2023-10-26 04:57:23

Sitting for long periods of time may increase the risk of death. (Schematic diagram/photo by Jiao Zhengde)

Many office workers often sit for hours due to their busy work schedule. However, it should be noted that sitting for long periods of time may increase the risk of death. Huang Xuan, a thoracic and critical care specialist, pointed out that an Australian study showed that the mortality rate of people who sit for more than 11 hours a day is 40% higher than those who sit for less than 4 hours a day. It is recommended to get up and move every 30 minutes and not sit for long periods of time.

Huang Xuan stated in the fan blog “Dr. Ooi Hean” that a large-scale study was conducted in Australia, which found that regardless of physical activity, prolonged sitting is associated with a higher risk of all-cause mortality. The further report stated that, People who sit for more than 11 hours a day have a 40% higher mortality rate than those who sit for less than 4 hours a day.

The report pointed out that if compared with people who sit for less than 4 hours a day, people who sit for more than 11 hours a day have a 40% increased risk of death, and people who sit for 8-11 hours a day have a 15% increased risk of death. People who sat for only 4-8 hours had only a 2% increased risk of death. Huang Xuan reminded that experts still recommend getting up and moving every 30 minutes, that is, not sitting for long periods of time. Reducing sedentary time is not only good for health, but also good for work performance and satisfaction.

Huang Xuan also gave five tips, including using a desk where you can sit and stand, using a movable workstation, setting an alarm clock or using a computer to remind you to get up and move, walking more while working, and using a pedometer or wearable device. Come and monitor your daily steps and sitting time, and set goals and challenges for yourself or with others.

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