NEW research showed that sitting down for long periods of time in front of a computer or anywhere can lead to heart disease, diabetes and obesity.

Here are possible ways to trim down the fat:

* Park at the farthest corner. Driving a car to the  office gives you comfort. Try to park at the farthest corner to require yourself some walking before you spend the rest of the day sitting.

If you get the bus, get off a stop early and walk a bit farther. If you walk for 10 minutes three times a day, you’re already doing your regular exercise.

* Take the stairs. Walking up stairs could be the best exercise you get all day. Walking uphill uses more energy than walking on the flat, it's also a great aerobic exercise. Your heart beats fast, saving your money to the gym.

If you use the stairs frequently, you won’t have any problem in case of brownout or in case the elevator malfunctioned.

* Take a deep breath. Practicing deep, controlled breathing can help you lose weight because you have to exert a lot of pressure on the muscles in your diaphragm. Hold your hand over it. If you're breathing properly you should feel it move in and out as you breathe. Deep, steady breathing will also help you stay more alert.

* Sit straight. Avoid slouching. It can only make your tummy flabby. Maintaining a good posture with your tummy tucked in will help ward off back problems. Clench and release stomach and buttock muscles while you sit. It's simple and it really helps to keep you toned.