TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT, PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND SEDENTARY LIFE BEHAVIORS: CHALLENGES AND THE WAY FORWARD

Abstract

Advances in technology have taken over the work of man and made life very easy. Machines have taken over most of the physical work of man. This has led to a reduction in involvement in physically exhaustive activities. This also means a reduction in accidental fitness which was more achieved in the absence of machines, thus, revealing the mystery of the longevity of the past generation. The increased in sedentary behaviour has resulted in a sharp increase in overweight, obesity and related chronic conditions and illnesses. This study assessed how technological advances has promoted sedentary life behaviour, and the need harness the present technological trends and their application in physical training and excesses, it is recommended that as more inventions in the area of technological applications to the field of exercise are being unfolded, there is also the need to encourage the use of internet software and other techno sports gadgets to achieve the desired fitness necessary for health and wellbeing.