New Data On Physical Inactivity.

A recent study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that between 1999 and 2012, physical inactivity increased by more than 12% among adults.

Patients who are diagnosed with a chronic condition are often advised to adopt a regular exercise routine and to learn about the benefits of physical activity. But why is physical inactivity so dangerous for our health? To answer that question, we need to first understand a few basics about the body’s ability to stay healthy despite not exercising.

How the Body Stays Healthy Despite Not Exercising

One of the ways that the body protects itself against health problems like chronic conditions is by activating a survival mechanism called cellular stress response. In short, when our cells are under stress, they activate a series of protective mechanisms to keep them healthy and strong. While this process has many benefits, it can sometimes cause more harm than good–especially when taken to an extreme level.

Lifting weights may trigger this cellular stress response, but not if we do too much, too often.

The process of cellular stress response is triggered by the body’s need to protect itself from damage caused by being under constant stress. It is a self-preservation mechanism that helps our bodies keep muscle fibers healthy so they can respond quickly and appropriately in dangerous situations.But when this protective mechanism is activated too frequently, it can cause more harm than good.

Physical Inactivity and the Accumulation of Cellular Stress

Imagine you are walking down a busy street. You notice a group of people fighting nearby and your natural instinct is to avoid them. As you get farther away, you break into a run as you continue to notice the danger that is growing nearer can lead to serious health issues including chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.

In the modern world, it is difficult to avoid every kind of danger that may arise. Unless we are physically active all of the time, we will eventually feel the effects of stress and our bodies’ protection mechanisms will begin to break down.