A recent study examined the relationship between physical activity and mortality rates over a 30-year period. The analysis included more than 100,000 individuals and found that those who engaged in the recommended amount of exercise (150-300 minutes/week of moderate or 75-150 minutes/week of vigorous activity) had a risk of death from all causes that was 20-21% lower than those who didn’t get as much exercise. But what’s even more exciting is that the study showed that people who exercised two to four times the recommended amount (150-600 minutes/week) had an even greater reduction in mortality rates. Think of it like this: exercising is like putting oil in a car engine. It keeps everything flowing smoothly and reduces the risk of breakdowns. In this case, getting your sweat on for 150-600 minutes a week is like giving your body a full tune-up, making it stronger and more resilient against all sorts of health issues. This study demonstrates the life-saving benefits of exercise, showing that the more we move, the better our chances are of living longer and healthier lives! So, if you want to feel fantastic and extend your time on this Earth, lace up those sneakers and get moving!
An analysis of physical activity and medical records for more than 100,000 people over 30 years found that individuals who performed the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ currently recommended range of duration of moderate (150-300 minutes/week) or vigorous physical activity (75-150 minutes/week), respectively, had an observed 20-21% and 19% lower risk of mortality from all causes. Individuals who performed two to four times the amount of recommended physical activity (150-600 minutes/week) were observed to have further reductions in mortality from all causes.
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