Sedentary behavior
Sedentary Behavior
Sedentary behavior (pronunciation: /sɪˈdɛntəri bɪˈheɪvjər/) is a type of lifestyle with little or no physical activity. It involves activities that require minimal movement, resulting in low energy expenditure. Examples of sedentary behavior include sitting, lying down, watching television, and other forms of screen-based entertainment.
Etymology
The term "sedentary" originates from the Latin word "sedentarius," which means "sitting." The term "behavior" is derived from the Old French "behaivior," meaning "conduct."
Related Terms
- Physical Activity: Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.
- Sedentary Lifestyle: A type of lifestyle with a lot of sitting and lying down, with very little to no exercise.
- Energy Expenditure: The amount of energy that a person uses to carry out physical functions such as breathing, circulating blood, digesting food, and exercising.
- Screen Time: The amount of time spent using a device such as a computer, television, or games console.
Health Risks
Sedentary behavior is associated with several health risks. These include obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain types of cancer. It can also contribute to mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
Prevention and Management
Preventing and managing sedentary behavior involves increasing physical activity levels. This can be achieved through regular exercise, reducing screen time, and incorporating more movement into daily routines.
See Also
- Physical Inactivity
- Exercise
- Obesity
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Cancer
- Depression
- Anxiety
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sedentary behavior
- Wikipedia's article - Sedentary behavior
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