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Sitting for long periods of time can slow down your metabolism and compromise your body’s ability to decompose fat, and regulate blood sugar. Common forms of sitting include watching TV, internet use, office work, reading, driving, and riding the bus or train.
Tips to stop sitting (by age).
Adults (19-64)
Stand during your train or bus commute
Use stairs over elevators and escalators
Place your laptop on a work standing box
Pace around while on the phone
Combine a walk break with your coffee break
Instead of e-mailing or texting a co-worker, walk over to their desk
