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Your chair might be more dangerous than you think. 🪑😬 More than half of us sit for over 6 hours a day — and the effects go way beyond a sore back. Prolonged sitting has been linked to muscle loss, weight gain, blood clots, and even an increased risk of heart disease and certain cancers.
The good news? You don't need to overhaul your routine. Experts say even short movement breaks every 30 minutes can start to make a difference — a quick walk, a stretch, or a few desk exercises go a long way.
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Post Fact Checked By: Healthline Content & Medical Integrity Team
Post Review Date: 06/09/2026
Article Medically Reviewed By: Ketan Patel, MD
Article Review Date: 05/28/2026
Source: Healthline. Schaefer, A.; Heywood, A.L. (2026, May 28) 10 Side Effects of Sitting Down All Day.
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