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EPISODE · Jun 3, 2026 · 8 MIN

The sitting disease: what prolonged inactivity is doing to your long-term health

from The Wellness Rhythm Show

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park investigate "sitting disease" — the cluster of health risks from prolonged sedentary behavior that affect blood sugar regulation, cardiovascular health, and even cellular aging, independent of whether you exercise. They break down the science behind why sitting for nine to ten hours daily poses real metabolic risk, then translate that into practical, evidence-backed strategies like two-minute walking breaks every hour and habit-stacking movement into existing routines. Listeners will come away understanding that small interruptions to sitting — not standing desks or gym perfection — produce measurable improvements in health outcomes.Follow The Wellness Rhythm Show:  ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessRhythmShow  📖 Newsletter: https://thewellnessrhythmshow.substack.com  Powered by VoxCrea.AI

Hosts Emma Sullivan and David Park investigate "sitting disease" — the cluster of health risks from prolonged sedentary behavior that affect blood sugar regulation, cardiovascular health, and even cellular aging, independent of whether you exercise. They break down the science behind why sitting for nine to ten hours daily poses real metabolic risk, then translate that into practical, evidence-backed strategies like two-minute walking breaks every hour and habit-stacking movement into existin...

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