showing, using, or characterized by caution: a cautious man; To be cautious is often to show wisdom. Origin of cautious. 1630-1640.
A sedentary lifestyle increases the risk of developing diabetes, hypertension, colon cancer, depression and anxiety, obesity, and weak muscles and bones. According to the CDC, nationally in 2000, 78% of the population was at risk for health problems related to lack of exercise, which is regular and sustained physical activity.
Participants spent about two-thirds of their waking hours being sedentary, despite knowing the benefits of physical activity, both in exercise and lifestyle physical activity. 1) Emerging research indicates that sedentary behaviour may have important implications on health, independent of physical activity.