Decrease Death Risks

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Many people enjoy the pleasure of sitting down but, it can be detrimental to your health because it can increase death risks. Most people sit more than they should due to school, jobs, or the simple pleasure of leisure. I find myself sitting more than I should because I have school. I also notice that when the weather starts to get cold I am less active. To better my health and decrease the death risk, I could make an effort to exercise and when I do not have school find activities to keep me up and going. It is very easy to lounge around or stay inside which helps contribute to the lack of movement. Despite the fact of wanting to be lazy it would be beneficial to not only my health but, others as well, in order to try and take a 5 minute

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