Prolonged Sitting Accelerates Aging in Young Adults, Study Finds

Research shows that even active millennials face increased health risks from extended sedentary behavior.

A study involving over 1,000 participants reveals that young adults spend more than 60 hours a week sitting, raising concerns about accelerated aging.
The research highlights that sitting for long periods can increase heart disease risk and negatively impact cholesterol and BMI levels.
Even meeting current exercise guidelines does not fully counteract the health risks associated with prolonged sitting.
Vigorous exercise, such as running or cycling for at least 30 minutes daily, can mitigate some negative effects but cannot completely offset them.
The study suggests revising physical activity guidelines to include recommendations for reducing sitting time to improve long-term health outcomes.