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Can 5 minutes of movement have health benefits? A new study says yes - The Seattle Times

Published by The Seattle Times By Carrie Dennett · 17 August 2026 at 16:00
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Can 5 minutes of movement have health benefits? A new study says yes - The Seattle Times
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Five-minute walks every hour appear to be a realistic and effective way to mitigate the effects of prolonged sitting, writes columnist Carrie Dennett.

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