If you work a desk job, you’re no stranger to sitting for eight hours a day. In fact, 65 million U.S. adults spend at least that much time in their seats. This can lead to a host of health issues: back pain, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and premature death. But is it possible to exercise your way out of those risks? According to a 2020 study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, getting 30 to 40 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily might help.
Source: Verywell Health