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    GlossarySedentary Lifestyle

    minimal physical activity, often involving prolonged sitting or lying down

    A sedentary lifestyle, also known as physical inactivity, refers to a way of living where an individual engages in minimal physical activity, often characterized by prolonged periods of sitting or lying down. This type of lifestyle is associated with various health risks, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes, as well as potential negative impacts on mental health.

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