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Standing exercises to build upper body strength after 50, guided by a certified trainer, to improve posture and muscle tone.

In a world obsessed with movement, steps, and constant activity, the idea of deliberately standing still sounds almost rebellious. But while fitness trackers celebrate every step and wellness culture ...

Without question, inactivity is bad for us. Prolonged sitting is consistently linked to higher risks of cardiovascular disease and death. The obvious response to this frightful fate is to not sit—move ...

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People have a pretty intuitive sense of what is healthy – standing is better than sitting, exercise is great for overall health, and getting good sleep is imperative. However, if exercise in the ...

If you spend hours at a time on your feet, you could be unwittingly injuring yourself just by wearing the wrong shoes. It goes beyond just achy joints and sore calves: "Unsupportive footwear for ...

The negative health effects associated with a sedentary lifestyle are well-documented, but a new study suggests that standing for long stretches throughout the workday puts people at greater risk for ...