"Sedentary women" refers to women who have a lifestyle or habit of spending a lot of time in a seated or inactive position, with little physical activity or exercise. Full definition
For an active or even previously sedentary woman this is a heavy hit. (coreexpectations.com)
Typically sedentary women, young children, and older adults need around 1,600 calories per day, while older children, active adult women and sedentary men need around 2,000 calories per day. (healingedge.net)
Active women and men will likely lose weight eating 1,800 calories a day, while sedentary women over 50 may slowly gain weight eating an 1,800 - calorie diet. (healthyeating.sfgate.com)