In case you missed the 60 Minutes report on Sunday night, here are links to the story and some supplementary material. We’ve previously discussed the long-term dangers of long-term sitting and leading a sedentary lifestyle. Our  Lunch & Learn workplace sessions are great for workplaces, while the Sit Right WIdget is a great program that you can download – it will remind you every hour or so to get up and move!

The latest research says sitting is as bad as smoking. It sounds dramatic because it is. Excessive sitting has been linked to diabetes, cardiovascular disease and even cancer. And if you think exercising every day gives you a leave pass – you’re wrong.