Slow walking does not replace a real workout session (cardio or strength training), but breaking up prolonged sitting (more than 6 to 8 hours per day) with light movement is essential for preserving longevity, regardless of one's regular workouts.

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The creator's finding that prolonged sedentary behavior constitutes an independent risk, distinct from a lack of exercise, is scientifically very robust. She rightly relies on the meta-analysis by Patterson et al. (2018), based on large-scale observational studies, which shows that cumulative sitting time of more than 6 to 8 hours per day impairs heart health and longevity, even in active individuals. Furthermore, it is entirely accurate that slow walking is not enough to develop endurance or aerobic fitness, goals that require more sustained effort. However, data in movement science confirm that replacing short moments of sedentary time with light activity provides real benefits in terms of vitality. This clear distinction between the need to break up inactivity and the importance of training with intensity is therefore perfectly validated by current research.

the sources

1. 1Duran AT, Diaz KM et al. 2023
2. 2Buffey AJ et al. 2022