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Orthopedics & Sports MedicineSitting Risks: How Much Sitting Is Too Much? An orthopedist explains what happens to your body when you sit more than six hours a day and how regularly you need to get up and move. 5 min read July 29, 2026
Stretching and BalancePodcast: Do I Need to Stretch? An expert in sports medicine shares the importance of stretching and posture — and the right way to do it. 14:01 min podcast August 22, 2025
Cardiovascular ExerciseHow These Simple Static Exercises Can Improve Cardiovascular Health A sports medicine expert explains how isometric exercises can be easily incorporated into daily routines — and make a big difference in people’s health. 6 min read August 10, 2023
PostureHow to Set Up a Home Workspace to Reduce Aches and Pains An expert from NewYork-Presbyterian Och Spine shares his ergonomics guide to working from home, demonstrating dos and don’ts. 4 min video December 4, 2020
Stretching and BalanceSimple Steps to Strengthen Your Core A physical therapist offers tips and exercises to strengthen your core and prevent back pain. 6 min video November 22, 2019
Self-CareIs Sitting All Day Harming Your Health? Endocrinologist Dr. Rekha Kumar explains the health risks of spending too much time sitting. 5 min read July 17, 2019