Prolonged sitting is the most important manifestation of not exercising. Although sitting is comfortable, staying seated for a long time without moving can easily slow down the circulation of energy and blood in the body, causing muscles to become slack and weak, thereby triggering a series of physical illnesses and greatly harming all organs. Here, I would like to remind office workers to be aware of the following situations:
1. Muscle injury - In the phrase "prolonged sitting injures muscles," the term "muscles" refers to the muscular system. Exercise can promote the smooth circulation of energy and blood, nourishing the muscles with warmth. Therefore, people who exercise regularly generally have more developed muscles. "Prolonged sitting causes blood to stagnate in the muscles of the limbs," meaning that in people who sit for long periods, the flow of blood and energy ceases, leading to muscle laxity and weakness.
2. Spleen and stomach injury - The spleen is responsible for the muscles, and prolonged sitting can cause stagnation of vital energy, not only injuring the muscles but also affecting the function of the spleen. In traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen and stomach are referred to as the "sea of water and grains." A healthy spleen and stomach lead to strong organ functions. However, prolonged sitting can result in poor circulation of blood and energy, making the spleen's vital energy stagnant and disrupting its digestive function. Long-term prolonged sitting may also cause symptoms such as indigestion, constipation, and acne.
3. Heart injury - The heart is the master of the five internal organs, and its function is extremely important. "The heart governs the blood vessels," meaning that the heart can propel blood through the vessels, maintaining normal heartbeats. However, prolonged sitting can impede blood circulation, leading to blood stasis and bleeding outside the vessels, which in turn can cause cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease, hypertension, and arteriosclerosis.
4. Neck injury - The neck is the conduit for blood and energy to reach the brain. The neck muscles are nourished by blood, and blood deficiency makes it difficult for tendons and bones to be supported. Prolonged sitting without movement can easily lead to blood stasis, preventing the neck bones from being nourished properly, which can result in cervical spondylosis and other conditions.
5. Impact on lifespan - "Movement generates yang energy, while stillness generates yin energy." Exercise can produce yang energy, and "yang energy is like the sky and the sun; if it loses its place, it shortens life and becomes inconspicuous." This shows that yang energy has a significant impact on human lifespan. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "movement prevents decline." Exercise promotes the flow of energy, enhances blood circulation, and can resist natural aging. Aging is the prelude to death, and those who remain sedentary have little yang energy. Their metabolic rate is low, their internal fire is insufficient, and they cannot resist aging, making them prone to a shortened lifespan.
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