Sitting for Extended Periods Could Shorten Your Life

In a recent study, people who reported spending at least 11 hours a day sitting down were 40 percent more likely to die during the three-year study period than those who sat for less than four hours a day. Even when researchers accounted for exercise, weight, and health status, the association between sitting and shortened lives persisted. The findings indicate that regular exercise may not be enough to counter the effects of prolonged sitting. Discuss