Sitting for 10 hours or more linked with 'significantly heightened risk of death'

There are new global guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour (Tim Ireland/PA)

Exceeding weekly recommended physical activity levels could offset the health harms caused by prolonged sitting, the World Heath Organisation (WHO) has said.

Its recommendation, published in a special issue of the British Journal of Sports Medicine, is part of the new global guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour.