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Sitting Yourself Sick

February 23, 2015

Researchers at the German Sport University in Cologne wanted to find out what effect inactivity has on the body. The scientists have concluded that even minimal exercise can ward off the dangers of inactivity.

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Scientists at the Sporthochschule in Cologne are researching whether people who spend long periods of time sitting down are actually living less healthy lives.
ScienceFebruary 23, 201506:21 min