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.
Sedentary lifestyle. Inactivity is a risk factor for coronary heart disease. Excess weight. People who have excess body fatâespecially if a lot of it is at the waistâare more likely to develop heart disease and stroke even if they have no other risk factors.