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9. Standing or Sitting
The muscles of the body are made to contract, move, and relax. If you are doing something out of the ordinary, such as sitting all day at a conference or standing in a line for a ride at an amusement park, you may experience cramping in your foot and your legs. Standing for long periods can contribute to muscle fatigue. Muscle fatigue can cause your muscles to cramp up. If you sit for long periods, it might predispose the muscles to malfunction.
The fibers of the muscles can become hyperactive as they are not being used as they were intended. When the muscles become hyperactive because of lack of use, a person may experience cramping. If you are getting foot cramps from standing too long, try sitting for a bit to give your muscles time to relax. If you have been sitting for a long time and your muscles cramp, moving around might help.