Module 3: Balancing Body and Mind
Regular Exercise
As a health professional you already know the benefits of regular exercise (20 minutes or more a day).
Did you know that some research suggests that sitting for long periods of time every day is associated with obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and cancer?4,5 Some health advocates consider excessive sitting as dangerous as smoking!
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Click on the image below to read or download a full page document about the dangers of sitting for too long.
This info-graphic talks about the consequences of sitting too much. It describes the damage to our joints, organs and muscles. This poster also provides suggestions, exercises, and stretches to help us regain strength, balance, and flexibility. |
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After looking at this info-graphic, did you learn anything new? You will have the chance to share any new information with a coworker or friend. |
