How to undo the damage of sitting all day | The Gray Area

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We’ve all heard that "sitting is the new smoking," but the research behind that phrase goes much deeper. How bad is sitting for you really? Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO In this episode guest host Bryan Walsh is joined by Manoush Zomorodi — host of NPR’s TED Radio Hour and author of Body Electric — to explore how our sedentary, screen-filled lives are reshaping our physical health from the neck down. Manoush shares findings from her own clinical trial, where she partnered with scientists to determine the minimum amount of movement the human body actually needs to function. Whether you're a desk jockey or a parent concerned about screen time, this conversation offers a practical, science-backed approach to reclaiming your physical health in a digital world. 00:00 Intro 01:57 The hidden cost of sitting 09:13 Kinking your body and brain 17:23 The active couch potato trap 21:18 What screens are doing to your eyes 27:53 Shifting our relationship with technology 32:41 On

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