Sedentariness and Health: Is Sedentary Behavior More Than Just Physical Inactivity? (original) (raw)

Physiological and health implications of a sedentary lifestyle

Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism, 2010

Sedentary behaviour is associated with deleterious health outcomes, which differ from those that can be attributed to a lack of moderate to vigorous physical activity. This has led to the field of “sedentary physiology”, which may be considered as separate and distinct from exercise physiology. This paper gives an overview of this emerging area of research and highlights the ways that it differs from traditional exercise physiology. Definitions of key terms associated with the field of sedentary physiology and a review of the self-report and objective methods for assessing sedentary behaviour are provided. Proposed mechanisms of sedentary physiology are examined, and how they differ from those linking physical activity and health are highlighted. Evidence relating to associations of sedentary behaviours with major health outcomes and the population prevalence and correlates of sedentary behaviours are reviewed. Recommendations for future research are proposed.

Sedentary Behaviors, Weight, and Health and Disease Risks

Journal of Obesity, 2012

both cross-sectionally and longitudinally. This investigation led to a growing body of research examining the mechanisms by which television watching impacted weight status and if reducing television watching could improve weight status in children. Outcomes from this area of research informed the development of the recommendation that screen time should be limited to ≤2 hours per day in children .

Detrimental Impact of Sedentary Behaviour on Health

European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences

A sedentary lifestyle has become a perilous issue with severe health repercussions in the present era. Modern technology has significantly contributed to the sedentary lifestyle of many people, especially employees, with concomitant physical, physiological, and social health risks. Due to a lack of regular exercise, many people now struggle with obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. Therefore, this study examined the sedentary lifestyle, its contributing variables, and its various health consequences. People should actively engage in physical activity, adjust their dietary habits, and avoid health-harming behaviours. Understanding the association between sedentary behaviour and health outcomes and altering this behaviour are crucial for reducing morbidity and mortality rates. The detrimental health effects undeniably escalate as the total daily inactive time increases. The study suggests that workplaces and public spaces should be designed to encourage active and recreational activit...

Sedentary Behaviour: Definition, Determinants, Impacts on Health, and Current Recommendations

Sedentary Behaviour - A Contemporary View [Working Title], 2021

This chapter aims to present an overview of the scientific background and current recommendations for sedentary behaviour. We have presented the current sedentary behaviour definition and defined other terms related to sedentary behaviour. The determinants of sedentary behaviour were discussed, and the ecological model was presented. Based on the recent data from the literature, the relationship between sedentary behaviour and health indicators was presented and discussed. Finally, we discussed the recommendation regarding sedentary behaviour, and presented the daily guidelines involving physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep routine.

The Relationship Between Perceived Sedentary Behaviour and Psychological Health

2019

The present study examined relationships between individuals' perceptions of their level of sedentary behaviour, as compared with other people their age, and mental health and wellbeing. Adults (n = 374, Mage = 60% between 18 and 24) completed the online Perceived Sedentary Behaviour and Psychological Health Survey which assessed perceptions of sedentary behaviour on a typical weekday and weekend day, mental health and well-being (i.e., depression, state anxiety, perceived stress, mental well-being, mental health function), and potential covariates that have known associations with mental well-being (e.g., sociodemographic characteristics, health status factors, actual sitting time). Perceived sedentary behaviour relative to others on a typical weekend day was a significant predictor of mental health and well-being, whereas weekday perceptions failed to be an influential factor. The research and theory presented here have implications for interventions intended to reduce health risks.

Sedentary Behavior and Public Health: Integrating the Evidence and Identifying Potential Solutions

Annual Review of Public Health, 2020

In developed and developing countries, social, economic, and environmental transitions have led to physical inactivity and large amounts of time spent sitting. Research is now unraveling the adverse public health consequences of too much sitting. We describe improvements in device-based measurement that are providing new insights into sedentary behavior and health. We consider the implications of research linking evidence from epidemiology and behavioral science with mechanistic insights into the underlying biology of sitting time. Such evidence has led to new sedentary behavior guidelines and initiatives. We highlight ways that this emerging knowledge base can inform public health strategy: First, we consider epidemiologic and experimental evidence on the health consequences of sedentary behavior; second, we describe solutions-focused research from initiatives in workplaces and schools. To inform a broad public health strategy, researchers need to pursue evidence-informed collabora...

Sedentary Behaviors and Health Outcomes Among Adults

American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 2011

Context: Nowadays, people spend a substantial amount of time per day on sedentary behaviors and it is likely that the time spent sedentary will continue to rise. To date, there is no review of prospective studies that systematically examined the relationship between diverse sedentary behaviors and various health outcomes among adults.

Reconsidering the Sedentary Behaviour Paradigm

PLoS ONE, 2014

Aims: Recent literature has posed sedentary behaviour as an independent entity to physical inactivity. This study investigated whether associations between sedentary behaviour and cardio-metabolic biomarkers remain when analyses are adjusted for total physical activity.