5-Minute Walking Breaks Could Help Chronic Sitters Stay Healthy
Image: Shutterstock (Shutterstock)The results of a small new trial may offer a salve to people worried about the health effects of sitting all day at work. The study found that taking walking breaks as short as five minutesevery half-hour can stabilize blood sugar and blood pressure levels compared to prolonged sitting. People also reported feeling in a better mood and less fatigued when they took these regular walks than they did while constantly off their feet.Sedentary behavior is an important risk factor for various…