Stand Up Now

While you are sitting there taking a break from all that mobile application development and VoIP conference calls, you might be doing your body a disservice. There is a lot of evidence that sitting for long periods of time can be a serious danger to your health. In a recent study, it was found that sitting for long periods of time compromises a person's health and even regular exercise will not negate the effects. Sitting for long periods of time can lead to back pain. The natural curves of the spine are more difficult to maintain in a sitting position, which can put strain on ligaments and muscles. A study by the University of Illinois found that taking brief breaks can vastly improve people's productivity. The brain begins to lose focus on a task after a long time of concentration, leading to poor performance. Taking a few quick breaks to deactivate and reactivate the focus on goals can make it significantly easier to concentrate. Not to mention that exercise can elevate your mood. So quit reading this and go take a walk.