sedentary

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Previous research has largely examined links between sedentary lifestyles and depression, rather than analyzing how switching to specific alternative activities might influence the risk of developing the condition.

From Science Daily

As diets have shifted toward calorie-dense foods and daily life has become more sedentary, rates of these disorders have climbed steadily around the world.

From Science Daily

While an EV is environmentally friendly, she argues it’s sedentary.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s a sedentary job, and it comes with no guarantees.

From MarketWatch

Ultimately, the goal is to develop strategies that lower perceived effort and help more people become physically active, especially those who are currently sedentary.

From Science Daily