Patient-Friendly Explanation

Sedentary behaviour refers to prolonged sitting or lying down while awake, such as working at a desk or watching TV. It slows your metabolism and increases the risk of weight gain — even if you exercise regularly at the gym.

Clinical Definition

Sedentary behaviour independently predicts all-cause mortality and metabolic dysfunction, even after adjusting for moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. Prolonged sitting suppresses lipoprotein lipase activity, reducing triglyceride clearance and HDL cholesterol production.

Why It Matters

Breaking up long periods of sitting with short movement breaks can make a real difference. Our programme includes practical strategies to reduce sedentary time alongside structured exercise for maximum results.