FitBuff Morning Mix: Fat Butts, Drifting Off, Holiday Hearts

• A New Way to Control Weight? It makes sense: If you sit on your butt all day, you're going to gain weight. But, it's not just because you're not getting enough exercise. Scientists have made a surprising discovery that our fat-burning enzymes actually shut down after prolonged sitting. Read this article, then check out the Standing Desk story below in the "FitBuff FlashBack."
• Scientist Finds Way To Measure Covert Attention Have you ever been talking to someone and "checked out," meaning your mind just completely drifts off to something else? Well, scientists are on to you and can actually measure what they call covert attention.
• Holidays bring the heart attack season With all of the fattening foods, family arguments, and overall stress, December and January are the deadliest months of the year when it comes to heart attacks. This article helps explain why, along with what you can do to make sure you don't become a statistic.
• FitBuff FlashBack I Can Stand My Stand Up Desk With the above news revealing that sitting down literally shuts off the fat-burning process, a standing desk is just what the doctor ordered. Check out this article for other reasons to make the switch, along with how you can set up a temporary one for free to try out.

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