This is only peripherally related to ‘digital media’ but it probably has relevance for most people reading this post, and it certainly surprised me. Here’s an overview from the NYT of a study that indicates that regular physical activity does not outweigh the effects of sitting for long periods of time. The study looked at how many hours per week men watched TV and sat in cars, but presumably it has negative implication for those of us who are addicted to Farmville. Those who sat for more than 23 hours per week had a 64% higher chance of dying from heart disease than those who sat for 11 hours or less per week.
There I was feeling pretty good about getting at least some physical activity every day… I wonder if one of those little gadgets that let you pedal under your desk is the answer? A stand-up desk? There must be a huge business opportunity in this for someone.
