The Hidden Health Risks of Sitting Too Much—Even If You Exercise

You can exercise regularly and still be harming your health if you spend most of your day sitting. In this episode of Bloom and Beyond, we explore how a sedentary lifestyle affects blood sugar, metabolism, circulation, hormones, and overall well-being—especially in midlife. You’ll learn why prolonged sitting can undermine the benefits of exercise, how movement helps regulate blood sugar, and simple, realistic ways to add more movement into your day without overhauling your routine. If you’re working out but still feeling tired, stiff, or struggling with blood sugar and energy, this episode helps explain why—and what actually makes a difference.