Doctor advises movement breaks to counter sedentary work habits

Dr. Palleti Siva Karthik Reddy recommends 7,000 to 10,000 steps daily to mitigate health risks associated with prolonged sitting, noting that 8,000 steps can halve mortality risk compared to 4,000.

A single 30 to 40-minute workout does not compensate for eight hours of inactivity, as sedentary time negatively impacts blood glucose regulation, circulation, and lipid metabolism.

Experts advise interrupting sitting every 30 to 60 minutes with short movement breaks, such as using stairs or standing during phone calls, to accumulate physical activity throughout the day.