Many of the activities which make up our day may require us to sit for long periods of time, but did you know that reducing the amount we sit or breaking up long periods of sitting can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease? It is important to break up long periods of sitting time, even if you are engaging in recommended amounts of physical activity. There are many simple changes you can make to reduce your sitting time and improve your health – it can be as simple as walking around during the ad breaks.