The Impact of Sedentary Behavior on Cardiovascular Health

Abstract

With increased desk-based jobs and less physical activity during working hours,sedentary behaviour is becoming an increasing health risk concern in our modern society. Several cardiovascular risk factors such as chronic low-grade inflammation, insulin resistance, abdominal obesity, hypertension, and dyslipidaemia can be associated with sedentary behavior and prolonged sitting.Although general physical inactivity has been well studied and reaserched, sedentary behavior belongs to a specific and independent risk factor that deserves specific attention, especially as it has become more widespread in the workplace.