Given the findings of the current study, and taking into account the important health implications of body composition on the ageing process, public health measures should encourage the Epigallocatechin of sedentary behaviours among the elderly and participation in supervised-physical activity sessions or training programmes with appropriate intensity and execution.
5. Conclusion
In conclusion, sitting 4 or more hours per day increases the risk of overweight-obesity and overfat in women and the risk of central obesity in men. Moreover, although physical activity alone is related with a healthier body composition among elderly, in this specific population, one hour of walking is not enough to counteract the negative effect of a sedentary lifestyle on adiposity markers. Therefore, a reduction of sedentary behaviours among elderly should be encouraged in order to guarantee a healthier body composition during the ageing process.
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