Being sedentary for more than six hours a day greatly increased the risk of neck pain, according to a systematic research review published in the journal BMC Public Health. The review’s authors looked ...

Two separate studies suggest that minor lifestyle changes can lead to a longer life. One Norwegian-led team estimated that ...

Researchers have used machine learning to explore the links between sedentary behavior and dementia, finding that the total time spent sedentary matters for brain aging. Adults aged 60 and older who ...

Adults aged 60 and older who spend more time engaging in sedentary behaviors like sitting while watching TV or driving may be at increased risk of developing dementia, according to a new study by USC ...

New study shows that just 30 minutes of less sitting each day can improve the body's ability to utilize fats and carbohydrates for energy production. Reducing sedentary behavior can be particularly ...

Bolstering the notion that a strong body equals a strong mind, new research indicates that the more inactive seniors are, the higher their risk for dementia. The finding stems from a look at the onset ...

Associations of personality traits with physical activity and sedentary behavior were observed in a study. Individuals characterized by high conscientiousness and extraversion are more likely to ...

Western Sydney is grappling with a physical inactivity crisis, with more than 40% of adults insufficiently active—compared to less than 30% in other parts of Sydney—according to a new report from ...

Less physical activity and extended periods of sitting can increase the risk of various diseases. A recent study recruited participants who had survived cancer. The researchers found that those who ...

S1: Welcome in San Diego , it's Jade Hindman. Today we are focusing our show on wellness. Will tell you about the dangers of sitting still too long and ways to change that. This is Midday Edition , ...

In patients with MAFLD, there is an association between leisure-time sedentary behavior and risk for CVD. An association exists between leisure-time sedentary behavior and increased risk for ...