At work, aim to take a 15-minute break every two hours

Taking 15-minute breaks was found to reduce stress levels and improve mood. — Photo: key05 / Getty Images, via ETX DailyUP

Sedentary lifestyles are taking their toll, especially among office workers. They often sit for long hours, without taking regular breaks to stretch their legs – a habit that is harmful to both physical and mental health.

It's widely known that sedentary lifestyles kill. The World Health Organization states that a sedentary lifestyle is one of the main risk factors for mortality from non-communicable diseases. It's therefore essential to reduce the amount of time we spend sitting down. But how can you do this when you have an office job?