SEDENTARY  LIFESTYLE

DEFINITION

A sedentary lifestyle is characterized by a lack of regular physical activity and minimal participation in activities that require movement. Sitting or lying down for long periods of time, with little or no exercise. little physical exercise is included and activities such as watching television, working in front of a computer or reading predominate, without requiring much more energy consumption than is necessary for breathing. these bad habits should be corrected in order to lead a different lifestyle, which could lead to better habits.

CHARACTERISTICS

Lack of Regular Exercise:

They spend long periods of time sitting or lying down without significant physical activity.

They do not meet weekly physical activity recommendations.

Inactive Activities:

They prefer sedentary activities such as watching television, playing video games or surfing the internet instead of physical activities.

Sedentary Habits at Work:

They have jobs that involve sitting for most of the day, such as office jobs.

They do not take active breaks or breaks to move regularly.

Inactive Lifestyle:

They do not walk or use bicycles to get around, always preferring cars or public transportation.

They avoid physical activities even in their free time.

Health Impact:

Increased risk of developing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and obesity.

Lower physical endurance and aerobic capacity, as well as loss of muscle mass and strength.

Wellness Consequences:

Possible increased fatigue and stress due to lack of movement and physical activity.

May lead to low self-esteem and lack of energy due to lack of endorphins released by exercise.