Take a Break From Sitting for 5 Minutes Every Hour
Research shows that sitting for extended periods of time, as the majority of us do at work, commuting, and in our down time, have negative effects to your health which can lead to heart disease, obesity and more. However, this sedentary lifestyle also can negatively affect the brain. Take a look at the following from Psychology Today to learn more.
Psychology Today: What Sitting Does to Your Psyche
Getting up and moving around each hour is one simple way you can start to combat these effects. Check out our previous post, Solutions to Stop Sitting Disease, for more tips to get you moving throughout your day.
Be sure to join the 30 Day Healthy Brain Challenge, complete each day’s activity and let us know your progress!
June is Brain Injury Awareness Month and in recognition Solutions for Living is introducing the 30 Day Healthy Brain Challenge. We challenge you to complete these 30 simple activities and tips which when incorporated into your lifestyle can help improve memory, boost mental health, prevent brain injury and reduce cognitive decline.