Remotes up (or mouses up) if you are one of us who are glued to the screen for the entirety of community quarantine to catch up seasons and episodes of our favorite TV series.
With most of our time being indoors these days, binge-watching has become a great and safe way to pass the long hours, allowing us to enjoy ourselves. But unhealthy ways of doing it may take its toll on your health. In a 2018 study, researchers found that prolonged sitting for binge-watching is similar to lengthen sedentary behavior for long-haul flights which can increase your risk of developing conditions such as deep-vein thrombosis, a blood clot in the leg that can be fatal if it breaks off and travels to the heart or lungs.
Reality TV On Demand service hayu shares 5-S tips on how you can avoid these dangerous conditions and stop you from turning into a couch potato while watching your favorite entertainment series:
● Spot. Choose your spot wisely. Find a place where you can comfortably watch at a suitable distance. This means you wouldn’t have to squint to see the screen, and you can sit while being able to stretch your legs. This space should also be well ventilated and with adequate lighting.
● Stretch. Stretching is a must. Make it a habit to straighten out regularly, such as at the end of every episode. Stretch your arms and neck and stand up and walk a bit. Change positions regularly so that you have good circulation.
● Snack. Munch to your heart’s content. Reach for your favorite go-to snack or even a full meal to compliment your viewing experience. Whatever your cravings, nothing says complete binge-watching experience without some good food.
● Sip. Drink your water. It’s easy to forget to drink when you’re enjoying what you’re watching, so make it a point to always hydrate especially in this hot weather.
● Sleep. Keep track of your sleeping habits. When you’re so engrossed with what you’re watching, you can lose sight of your regular waking hours and end up disrupting your sleep cycle. Make sure to monitor the time you allotted for your binge marathon sessions so that you get enough sleep and have enough energy for the day.
Keep all these pointers in mind so that you can comfortably enjoy your favorite shows and still be in your top shape as you check out these compelling and exciting shows on hayu!
Discover, download, and watch over 8,000 episodes of your favorite Hollywood and Celebrity reality shows. Sign up now via www.hayu.com or download the app to get started on your free 3-month trial and only at Php149 on the succeeding months. hayu is also available to all Cignal TV postpaid subscribers, visit www.cignal.tv for more info. Happy Binge-Watching!
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