Can prolonged sitting make you "resistant" to the benefits of exercise?

  • Devices such as activity trackers help monitor exercise and promote mobility.
  • A study showed that prolonged sitting negates the benefits of an hour of exercise.
  • Taking at least 8,000 steps a day is essential to avoid exercise resistance.
  • Active breaks during the day, such as walking, help maintain a healthy metabolism.
Carol Álvarez

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How does the study was realized?

So, is it useless to do physical exercise?

How can I avoid becoming resistant to exercise?

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