Globally, people are
spending more and more time engaged in sedentary behaviors. Computers,
television, and other electronic devices are encouraging physical inactivity as
well as sedentary jobs and modes of transportation.
In a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, women who were physically inactive and spent 10 hours or more sitting each day were at 63% greater risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) when compared with women who were regularly active.
It is also important to note that women who met physical activity guidelines but sat for long periods each day had an increased CVD risk. Due to the results of this study, the Jefferson County Public Health Department challenges you to get up and move around throughout your day!
In a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, women who were physically inactive and spent 10 hours or more sitting each day were at 63% greater risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) when compared with women who were regularly active.
It is also important to note that women who met physical activity guidelines but sat for long periods each day had an increased CVD risk. Due to the results of this study, the Jefferson County Public Health Department challenges you to get up and move around throughout your day!
Here is an idea to
help take care of your heart and your loved ones hearts! Participate in the Million Hearts
Initiative, an effort to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes over
five years.
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