Move it... 5 ways to snap out of sedentary habits

From long hours spent at desks to binge-watching TV, many of us find ourselves prioritising comfort over activity.

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New research reveals that more than a third of adults in the country’s most deprived areas are not getting enough physical activity.

Here are five ways to replace a sedentary habit with a healthier, active one...

1. Swap the lift for the stairs

This is an easy way to burn more energy throughout the day and get some extra steps in.

"Of course, if you work on the 24th floor, no one expects you to crawl your way to your desk every morning. But if you have just a few flights, go the old-fashioned way - by foot," suggests Emily Schofield, personal trainer at Ultimate Performance. "Or take the lift to the 20th floor and hike the last four.

"Don't be the person that takes the lift to the first floor."

2. Try a standing desk