Get a Standing Desk, Already

Not only is a sedentary lifestyle associated with a greater risk for obesity, cancer, and cardiovascular disease, but recent research has shown that sitting still for as little as 30 minutes can have detrimental effects on the body.

Get a standing desk, already.

Research shows that by standing for at least two hours per day—the longer, the better—you can decrease your risk for weight gain and obesity. This is because you burn more calories standing and you gain more lean muscle mass.

Not convinced? Here are 2 more reasons you can’t ignore.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Tip of the Day - Get a Standing Desk, Already Not only is a sedentary lifestyle associated with a greater risk for obesity, cancer, and cardiovascular disease, but recent research has shown that sitting still for as little as 30 minutes can have detrimental effects on the body. Get a standing desk, already. Research shows that by standing for at least two hours per day—the longer, the better—you can decrease your risk for weight gain and obesity. This is because you burn more calories standing and you gain more lean muscle mass. Not convinced? Here are 2 more reasons you can’t ignore. READ NOW Trending Now 10 Tips to Help You Stop Sitting Still   3 Ways Short Walking Breaks Reduce the Dangers of Sitting   Advertisement About Health  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tip of the Day newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.