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Five-minute walk offsets the harm of sitting too long

Recent research indicates that brief walking breaks can mitigate the health risks associated with sedentary behavior. These short intervals of movement may help regulate blood sugar and blood pressure. Some findings suggest these breaks also improve mood and reduce fatigue.

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New evidence specifies the frequency and duration of walks needed to offset sitting harms.

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  1. Short Walking Breaks Counteract Risks of Prolonged Sitting

    Recent research indicates that brief walking breaks can mitigate the health risks associated with sedentary behavior. These short intervals of movement may help regulate blood sugar and blood pressure. Some findings suggest these breaks also improve mood and reduce fatigue.

    What's confirmed:

    • Five-minute walks can help offset the harmful effects of sitting for long periods.
    • A Columbia University study found that walking for five minutes every half hour offsets the harmful effects of prolonged sitting.
    • Short exercise breaks during the work day can improve mood, well-being, and fatigue.
    • One study involved more than 11,000 people.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Walking for five minutes every hour is enough to offset health harms from sitting.
    • Five-minute walking breaks every 30 minutes may regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
    • Keith Diaz shared movement breaks research in a TED Talk.
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