If you want to improve your health, there are many healthy lifestyle habits you can choose to adopt. Some of the habits you can adopt are: Sitting less, getting more sleep, exercising regularly, and keeping a daily journal.

Sitting less

Sitting less is a big part of a healthy lifestyle, and it can help improve your overall health. In fact, sitting for long periods of time can lead to problems such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity and dementia. A new study suggests that you should aim to sit less than two hours a day.

The British Journal of Sports Medicine published a study on November 25 examining the connection between sitting and health. Researchers studied the behavior of people in 21 countries. They found that sitting for more than eight hours a day is associated with a similar risk of death as smoking.

Another study, published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, examined the relationship between sitting and health. Researchers found that prolonged sedentary time is linked to an increased risk of heart disease.

Staying active

Staying active as part of a healthy lifestyle is one of the most important things you can do to improve your health and quality of life. Physical activity can have many benefits, from strengthening bones to reducing your risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

It has also been shown to have a positive effect on your mood and sleep. If you are not already doing regular exercises, consider starting a routine. Try to include activities that strengthen muscles, increase your balance and promote smooth blood flow.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends adults engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week. This includes muscle- strengthening exercises two days a week, along with aerobic activities … Read more