Health Risks of Physical Inactivity

The immediate effects of SARS-CoV-2 infections are well-publicized. One secondary effect, however, has long-term consequences. See how to change it to your advantage.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• The stay-at-home measures used to reduce the spread of COVID-19 may have impacted your exercise habits, which can result in unanticipated health concerns

• Inactivity can reduce insulin sensitivity and lower protein synthesis in your body; not all older adults can recover after returning to normal activity levels

• Inactivity is associated wi…