John P. Higgins MD, MBA (Hons), MPHIL, FACC, FACP, FAHA, FACSM, FASNC, FSGC is a sports cardiologist for The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and the Harris Health System. His research interests include the effects of energy beverages on the body, and screening for underlying cardiovascular abnormalities in 12-year-olds (6th graders), and steroid effects on the cardiovascular system. You might have heard how bad sitting can be for your health.
Unfortunately, you might be spending most of your time sitting at work, and you might find it difficult to stay active throughout the workday.
What if there was a way to get some exercise in while you were at the office?
By providing workers with a portable pedaling device, researchers have discovered that inspiring office employees to be active at work could be as easy as pedaling a bike... and they don't even have to leave their desks.
Listen in as John Higgins, MD, discusses what a portable pedaling device is and how it can help you stay active throughout the work week.
Health Topics A-Z
Work, Pedal & Be Happy
Guest
: John Higgins, MD
From the Show: Train Your Body
Summary: Recent reports suggest that sitting for long periods of time can be just as bad as smoking.
Air Date: 11/3/15
Duration: 10
Host: Melanie Cole, MS
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