Got a Desk Job? Skip The Hours In Gym—Doctor Recommends Doing This Every 45 Minutes

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January 27, 2025, 10:13 AM

• •A recent study reveals that interrupting prolonged sitting with short bursts of movement can significantly improve glycemic control.
• •Short, frequent bursts of physical activity such as walking for 3 minutes or performing 10 bodyweight squats every 45 minutes can be more effective for controlling blood sugar than longer, single sessions of exercise.
• •The recent concept of "exercise snacks
• • gaining attention in the fitness and wellness community, could be a game-changer in combating the harms of a sedentary lifestyle.

A new study has found that taking short breaks to exercise every 45 minutes can help improve blood sugar control. This is good news for people who have a sedentary lifestyle and don't have time to exercise for long periods of time.

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