The condition happens due to gradually weakening gluteal muscles and tightening hip flexors, a condition commonly referred to as dominant butt syndrome. READ ALSO: Is sitting the new smoking?

New research shows that cutting down on sitting time significantly reduces metabolic syndrome risk in older adults—even among those who don’t meet exercise guidelines or follow perfect diets.

Just 5 minutes of daily movement with chair squats, chair reclines, wall push-ups, and heel drops can help counter the harmful effects of prolonged sitting. These simple, low-impact exercises ...