The total amount of sitting we do throughout the day has a big impact on our health, but so does how long we've been sitting at any one time. If you've been sitting for an hour or more, that's too long! Make a point to stand up, move around, or walk a little throughout the day, every 20 to 30 minutes or so. Setting an alarm on your phone or downloading a reminder to move app can help also.

Today's challenge is to really focus on getting up out of the chair throughout the day. Don't sit too long! Besides....we hardly burn any calories when we sit. Just standing burns about twice as many calories as sitting. Moving about or walking slowly burns even more calories. Minimizing how much you sit will help you achieve your weigh loss goals!

And please tell us, what strategies did you use to remember to get up and move throughout the day? Share your tips and help others sit less!

Alternative Challenge:

You can plan active dates with friends and family. Such as calling up a friend to go to the gym or play a game!(Badminton soccer ping pong etc) Or go for a walk or go check out the town together.