Sitting can be risky to your health
Check out this article that examines the possible risks associated with sitting for extended periods of time.
“As an example, consider lipoprotein lipase. This is a molecule that plays a central role in how the body processes fats; it’s produced by many tissues, including muscles. Low levels of lipoprotein lipase are associated with a variety of health problems, including heart disease. Studies in rats show that leg muscles only produce this molecule when they are actively being flexed (for example, when the animal is standing up and ambling about). The implication is that when you sit, a crucial part of your metabolism slows down.”
Read full article here.
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Friday’s WOD:
Every 2 minutes for 20 minutes perform:
70m Sprint
7 Power Cleans
7 Burpees
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Saturday’s WOD:
4 Rounds
403m Run
15 Toes to Bar
15 Box Jumps
10 Ring Dips
