NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) describes subtle movements like fidgeting that contribute to calorie expenditure. Motorized under-desk leg exercisers can provide modest exercise benefits ...

Standing desks have long been marketed as a way to combat the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle. With sitting frequently linked to cardiovascular disease, obesity, and other health concerns, many ...

In today’s fast-paced world, long hours spent sitting—at a desk, in a car, or in front of a screen—have become the norm. To fight the effects of all that sitting, many people are turning to standing ...

We keep reading and hearing about the negative effects having a sedentary lifestyle can have on our health. A big part of the problem for many people is sitting at a desk at work all day and not ...

Do students think best when on their feet? A new study by the Texas A&M Health Science Center School of Public Health indicates they do. Findings published recently in the International Journal of ...

Which standing desks are best? If you suffer from lower back pain after prolonged periods of sitting at work, a simple yet highly effective strategy is to try a standing desk. When used properly, a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about how to do more with your consumer gadgets. Back when I had my first cubicle job, I discovered the benefits of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. gettyimages-1190406218 Whether you're enjoying some downtime gaming or working away at a hobby at your desk, sitting for long ...

You log a lot of time at your desk, making it fair to wonder how to create a workspace that’s as comfortable and healthy for you as possible. If sitting on your butt all day isn’t your idea of a good ...

You probably know folks who can eat tasty foods all day long and never gain weight, as contrasted with those who seem to gain weight at the drop of a hat. I recently wrote about the potential of ...