Research
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Polarization of physical activity (high-intensity training combined with high sedentary time) may lead to increased health risks despite meeting physical activity recommendations.
If you do intense workouts, do not sit for the rest of the day. Break up sedentary time with light movement to avoid the health risks associated with 'polarization'.
ModerateQualifiesMEDIUM confidence
Polarization of physical activity may lead to increased risk of poor health despite meeting the recommendations for physical activity [25–27].
Why this rating
Cited as a risk factor in a narrative review, referencing other studies.
Source
Physical Activity and Sports—Real Health Benefits: A Review with Insight into the Public Health of Sweden
Christer Malm et al. · Sports · 2019
DOI 10.3390/sports7050127
narrative_reviewCited 586×
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