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Tom Myers on Fascia, Trauma, and The Power of Posture | Align Podcast #512

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The Consequences of Modern Sedentarism

Chronic, repetitive chair sitting significantly impacts the modern human body by limiting movement and fostering unhealthy postures. Unlike previous societies that engaged in moderate physical activity throughout the day while sitting in varied positions like lunging or kneeling, contemporary lifestyles are predominantly sedentary and confined to rigid seating. The average time spent resting has reached about 9.8 hours daily, but the nature of this resting is less dynamic. Modern conveniences have drastically reduced the demand for movement; for instance, people now utilize wheeled luggage that eliminates even the need to walk in airports. This decline in physical activity exacerbates a genetic predisposition towards energy conservation, making people more prone to sedentary behaviors in an environment laden with abundant food yet poor movement opportunities. This combination of increased caloric intake and reduced physical exertion poses significant health risks, highlighting the challenges of modern sedentarism.

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