A survey of sitting time among UK employees

Kazi, Aadil; Duncan, Myanna; Clemes, Stacy A.; Haslam, Colin

doi:10.1093/occmed/kqu099

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“…In addition, observational studies have shown that time spent sitting, independent of levels of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, are positively correlated with the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, some cancers and premature mortality [39–41]. Because those who spend more time sitting at work may also spend more time sitting during leisure time [9], strategies to prevent sedentary behaviors at work like the one tested in this study may have important health implications in the general population.…”

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“…However, the expansion of service occupations has reduced physical activity by 20 % at the workplace since 1960, which could be 35 % by 2030 [8]. For those working in offices, 65–75 % of their work time is spent sitting, with time spent sitting at work accounting for more than half of the total daily sitting time on work days [9–11]. Only recently has exercise been proposed as a worksite strategy to improve performance, concentration and satisfaction at work [12].…”

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Effect of frequent interruptions of prolonged sitting on self-perceived levels of energy, mood, food cravings and cognitive function

Bergouignan

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Jong

et al. 2016

Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act

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BackgroundWhile physical activity has been shown to improve cognitive performance and well-being, office workers are essentially sedentary. We compared the effects of physical activity performed as (i) one bout in the morning or (ii) as microbouts spread out across the day to (iii) a day spent sitting, on mood and energy levels and cognitive function.MethodsIn a randomized crossover trial, 30 sedentary adults completed each of three conditions: 6 h of uninterrupted sitting (SIT), SIT plus 30 min of moderate-intensity treadmill walking in the morning (ONE), and SIT plus six hourly 5-min microbouts of moderate-intensity treadmill walking (MICRO). Self-perceived energy, mood, and appetite were assessed with visual analog scales. Vigor and fatigue were assessed with the Profile of Mood State questionnaire. Cognitive function was measured using a flanker task and the Comprehensive Trail Making Test. Intervention effects were tested using linear mixed models.ResultsBoth ONE and MICRO increased self-perceived energy and vigor compared to SIT (p < 0.05 for all). MICRO, but not ONE, improved mood, decreased levels of fatigue and reduced food cravings at the end of the day compared to SIT (p < 0.05 for all). Cognitive function was not significantly affected by condition.ConclusionsIn addition to the beneficial impact of physical activity on levels of energy and vigor, spreading out physical activity throughout the day improved mood, decreased feelings of fatigue and affected appetite. Introducing short bouts of activity during the workday of sedentary office workers is a promising approach to improve overall well-being at work without negatively impacting cognitive performance.Trial registration NCT02717377, registered 22 March 2016.

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Effect of frequent interruptions of prolonged sitting on self-perceived levels of energy, mood, food cravings and cognitive function

Bergouignan

Legget

Jong

et al. 2016

Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act

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“…These associations may, however, be attenuated in people who undertake regular moderate-to-vigorous physical activity 40. Furthermore, those who spend more time sitting at work also spend more time sitting during leisure time 20. A number of studies in relation to television viewing have shown adverse associations with mental health, well-being41–43 and muscle strength 44 45.…”

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“…The key evidence that underpins these recommendations comes from two key sets of studies. Data collected as part of a longer term retrospective national health and fitness survey,52 63 where independent of physical activity and controlled for other confounding factors, there was a threshold for significant risk reduction in individuals who performed work that involved (at least) standing on one's feet (or some movement) for more than 2 h/day; and where the greatest risk reduction was demonstrated in those standing for at least half their day to a full day (4+ hours).Data presented from a number of observational or acute interventional studies where there were pronounced changes in cardiometabolic and ergonomic risk factors (eg, energy expenditure, blood glucose, insulin, muscle function and joint sensations), when the total accumulated time exceeded 2 h/day 5 7 10–13 20 27 33 45 54 58 64…”

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“…Data presented from a number of observational or acute interventional studies where there were pronounced changes in cardiometabolic and ergonomic risk factors (eg, energy expenditure, blood glucose, insulin, muscle function and joint sensations), when the total accumulated time exceeded 2 h/day 5 7 10–13 20 27 33 45 54 58 64…”

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The sedentary office: an expert statement on the growing case for change towards better health and productivity

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An international group of experts convened to provide guidance for employers to promote the avoidance of prolonged periods of sedentary work. The set of recommendations was developed from the totality of the current evidence, including long-term epidemiological studies and interventional studies of getting workers to stand and/or move more frequently. The evidence was ranked in quality using the four levels of the American College of Sports Medicine. The derived guidance is as follows: for those occupations which are predominantly desk based, workers should aim to initially progress towards accumulating 2 h/day of standing and light activity (light walking) during working hours, eventually progressing to a total accumulation of 4 h/day (prorated to part-time hours). To achieve this, seated-based work should be regularly broken up with standing-based work, the use of sit–stand desks, or the taking of short active standing breaks. Along with other health promotion goals (improved nutrition, reducing alcohol, smoking and stress), companies should also promote among their staff that prolonged sitting, aggregated from work and in leisure time, may significantly and independently increase the risk of cardiometabolic diseases and premature mortality. It is appreciated that these recommendations should be interpreted in relation to the evidence from which they were derived, largely observational and retrospective studies, or short-term interventional studies showing acute cardiometabolic changes. While longer term intervention studies are required, the level of consistent evidence accumulated to date, and the public health context of rising chronic diseases, suggest initial guidelines are justified. We hope these guidelines stimulate future research, and that greater precision will be possible within future iterations.

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An Ecological Model for Understanding and Influencing Sedentary Behaviour

Hadgraft,

Dunstan,

Owen

2023

Springer Series on Epidemiology and Public Health

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A survey of sitting time among UK employees

Abstract: There is a pressing need for future workplace health interventions to reduce employee sitting times.

Cited by 71 publications

References 25 publications

Effect of frequent interruptions of prolonged sitting on self-perceived levels of energy, mood, food cravings and cognitive function

Effect of frequent interruptions of prolonged sitting on self-perceived levels of energy, mood, food cravings and cognitive function

The sedentary office: an expert statement on the growing case for change towards better health and productivity

An Ecological Model for Understanding and Influencing Sedentary Behaviour

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