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The Hidden Danger of Sitting Too Much (And a 2-Minute Fix That Works)

Sitting truly is the new smoking.

Ashley Richmond
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4 min readFeb 5, 2025

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Today, we’re tackling a common but often overlooked problem: sitting too much.

The modern lifestyle makes it easy to spend most of our day sitting — at work, in the car, and at home.

But research shows that prolonged sitting is one of the most harmful habits for your health, increasing the risk of poor metabolic health, chronic disease, and even early death.

You might think hitting the gym cancels out the effects of sitting, but unfortunately, it doesn’t.

Staying sedentary for long periods still takes a toll on your body and your long-term health.

There is good news, though: a simple habit, like moving for just 2 minutes every hour, can dramatically reduce the negative effects of sitting.

This small change improves circulation, boosts metabolism, and lowers your risk of serious health issues.

By the end of today, you’ll understand:

  • Why prolonged sitting harms your health — even if you exercise.
  • How small movements throughout the day can reduce these risks.
  • Easy, practical ways to add more movement into your routine.

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Written by Ashley Richmond

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