05 Oct 2023
9m

Body Electric: What digital jobs are doing to our bodies

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The Indicator from Planet Money

This podcast episode explores the history of work and its impact on the human body, focusing on the increase in sitting and the negative consequences of prolonged sitting. The speakers discuss the importance of incorporating movement breaks into the workday to offset the harmful effects of sitting and improve physical and mental well-being. Listeners are invited to participate in a study to further explore the benefits of movement breaks and their impact on cognitive function.

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