sedentary individuals

[ˌsɛdənˌtɛri ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlz]
noun phrasepl: sedentary individuals
indivíduos sedentários
1. People who are physically inactive and spend most of their time sitting or in a stationary position
Sedentary individuals are at higher risk for cardiovascular disease and obesity.
Indivíduos sedentários têm maior risco de doenças cardiovasculares e obesidade.
2. Persons whose lifestyle involves minimal physical activity or exercise
Many office workers are sedentary individuals who need to incorporate more movement into their daily routine.
Muitos trabalhadores de escritório são indivíduos sedentários que precisam incorporar mais movimento em sua rotina diária.
This term is increasingly used in Brazil and the USA in public health discussions, fitness industries, and medical literature to address the growing epidemic of physical inactivity. In both cultures, sedentary lifestyle is associated with modern office work and urban living, and is a significant concern for healthcare professionals promoting wellness and disease prevention.
NYC Slang
couch potatoes, desk jockeys
Synonyms / Sinônimos
inactive peoplephysically inactive individualsdesk-bound workerscouch potatoes
Antonyms / Antônimos
active individualsphysically active peopleathletic individualsexercise enthusiasts

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
indivíduos sedentários
Standard translation used in health and medical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
pessoas sedentárias
More colloquial variant commonly used in spoken Portuguese
São Paulo
indivíduos sedentários
Formal usage prevalent in medical and fitness communities
Portugal
indivíduos sedentários
Same translation used, though less commonly discussed in public health discourse

Related Words

sedentary lifestylephysical inactivitylifestyle diseaseexercisemobility

Related Idioms & Phrases

stuck in a rut
glued to the couch
living a sedentary lifestyle
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