People with sedentary jobs, such as office workers, face a significantly higher risk of insomnia, and 90% of those with insomnia find their symptoms persist 10 years later. We often hear about health problems associated with office work, with studies pointing to weight gain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and cardiovascular problems. This is another reason why you shouldn’t sit for 8 hours a day. In addition to these problems, according to a new study, a sedentary lifestyle can also negatively affect your sleep. Using six sleep health indicators – regularity, insomnia symptoms, duration, napping habits, daytime fatigue, and sleep duration – the study tracked changes in people’s sleep habits. With this information, sleepers were divided into three categories: good sleepers, sleep-deprived sleepers, and insomniacs. Insomniacs included people with short sleep cycles and higher levels of daytime fatigue. Even with this new information, you can’t quit your sedentary job. However, you can make small, gradual changes to your sleep habits today. Experts recommend avoiding large meals close to bedtime and trying not to sleep on a “heavy stomach,” as discomfort can keep you awake. Experts also suggest incorporating some physical activity into your daily routine but avoiding these activities close to bedtime.
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Sunday, March 23, 2025