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Active Workstations Help Prevent Diseases and Sharpen Minds: Study

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Office workers fighting the battle to stay fit may have a new weapon in their arsenal. A recent study affirmed that workstations that incorporate standing, walking, or stepping into daily routines decrease the impact of sedentary habits while improving brain functions. Research scientists at the Mayo Clinic said office workers and people who work from home could enjoy better health and improved energy by installing active workstations, which facilitate exercise during work hours. “Extended sedentary behavior has emerged as an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), adverse health outcomes, and premature mortality, even among those who engage in regular moderate‐to‐vigorous physical activity,” says the study, published April 4 in the Journal of the American Heart Association....

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