7 Things That Happen When You Sit Too Often

In the past, you may have heard us reference the saying, “Sitting is the new smoking.” While it might be hard to believe that simply spending too much time in a seated position can possibly damage your body as much as tobacco does, it’s entirely true.

Here are seven different effects of over-sitting.

1. Your metabolism can slow down. Decreased muscle use can lead to a slower clearance of fat from the body and decrease the effects of insulin.

2. It can lead to chronic pain. Sitting for too long, especially at a desk, can cause excess pressure on certain parts of the body, like the lower back and neck.

3. You’ll have less energy. Sitting too much means moving less. Movement, like going for a brisk 20-minute walk, can up our energy levels quickly.

4. It can increase your risk of heart disease. Leading a sedentary lifestyle is tied with a higher risk of heart problems, among other issues.

5. Our mental health suffers. In fact, studies have indicated that sitting indoors and communicating with others strictly online can reduce social skills and affect psychological well-being.

6. Your posture becomes compromised.  Sitting incorrectly causes extra stress on the neck and back due to backward pelvic rotation and forward head positioning.  This puts abnormal pressure spinal discs and nerves.

7. You’re more prone to pain and ill health.   Pressure on spinal discs and nerves disrupts proper muscle and organ function.  Pain, reduced physical and mental performance and lowered resistance to illness are the result.

Your body was made to move. If movement has become difficult for you, we’re here to help. Contact us to learn more about how gentle chiropractic adjustments help restore function to your daily life.