Science tells us that too much sitting can increase the risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, stroke, lung disease, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s. A 2017 study looked at 1,500 older women to compare sedentary subjects with active peers. They found that the inactive group had cells that were eight years older than the more active women. Since a more active body means a more active brain, sedentary seniors’ risk lower cognitive function, too. Sitting too much can hurt you even if you exercise regularly. So, break up an hour of sitting with just two minutes of standing or moving around your space. Set an alarm as a reminder!