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| Sitting too long, can affect health and achievement |
Hay friends healthy, do not get tired of the meeting with me? Certainly not right hehe. Oh yes friends know not? So many daily activities, such as watching television, doing homework, reading and using the computer, which is done while sitting. Not to mention if traveling by motorcycle, car, bus or train, we tend to sit. In total, each day we can sit up to ten hours. The problem is the behavior of inactivity such as sitting lasting impact turned out to be risky not good for health.
A number of studies have linked the subject to sit for too long with a tendency to develop type 2 diabetes, obesity, certain types of cancer, as well as increasing the risk of death from heart disease and blood vessel (cardiovascular).
Sitting for long periods could be expected to affect the body's ability to regulate blood sugar levels and blood pressure. In addition, sitting too long is also thought to be slowing down the metabolism and decomposition of body fat. When in a sitting position, the body likened to being in a state of suppressed because only little muscle activity is activated.
Reduce the intensity of Sitting
Actually there are no set guidelines as to how much time is spent for someone to be considered sitting too long. However, if you work or activities are mostly done in a sitting position, such as typing, using a computer, or write, it is wise to reduce the length or intensity of the sitting. By reducing the intensity sit, bones and muscles, as well as the body as a whole can be further functionalized.
Some experts recommend for a break from a sitting position every 30 minutes. You can stand up, walk around, or go up and down stairs. This needs to be done by all age groups, including those who regularly exercise. Reduce the length of sitting and multiply active movements can be useful in supporting heart health.
Avoid sitting for too long. In addition, if your daily work in a sitting position and use the computer, the following tips may help you avoid injury from sitting with the wrong posture.
- Make sure the monitor screen at eye level. Distance monitor to eye is the recommended long as your arm. Also, make sure the top of the monitor at eye level so that you do not bend or up which eventually can lead to fatigue. In addition, make sure the monitor light is not too harsh or too dark.
- Prop your back. Adjust the seat height and backrest in order to support the lower back. Good seating position is high knee to be slightly below the waist.
- If necessary, use foot pads that sit more comfortable. You are encouraged to set foot on the floor and not tiptoe. Also, avoid crossing her legs.
- Note the distance keyboard. The recommended distance is the keyboard are 10-15 cm from the edge of the table so that the wrist is not sore. In addition, the distance the mouse is recommended not to get too far away from your body. If necessary, use a wrist rest when the frequency of use of the mouse quite intense.
In addition to avoiding sitting too long, correct sitting position can minimize health problems associated with posture.
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