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health3 months ago•6 min saved

More Exercise Could Strengthen Heart Health Beyond Guidelines, but Realistic Goals Matter

A UK Biobank analysis of 17,088 people over ~8 years finds that while the standard 150 minutes per week of moderate-to-vigorous activity lowers cardiovascular risk, higher levels of exercise yield greater protection: about 340–370 minutes per week (~20% risk reduction) and roughly 9–10 hours per week (>30% reduction), with the largest benefits seen in those with lower fitness. Experts caution against overstating ultra-high targets and emphasize that the 150-minute minimum remains a valid baseline; more activity can help when feasible, but randomized trials are needed to confirm causality.

via ScienceAlert|

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health-and-wellness2 years ago•5 min saved

"Gender Disparity in Exercise: Study Finds Women Need Half as Much as Men for Longevity"

A new study suggests that women may require less exercise than men to achieve similar longevity benefits, with women needing about half the amount of exercise as men to lower mortality risk. The study found that women can achieve an 18% lower risk of dying by exercising 140 minutes a week, compared to men who need 300 minutes. Physiological differences, such as muscle mass and lean body mass, may explain why women gain greater longevity benefits from exercise. The findings highlight the importance of regular leisure-time physical activity for overall survival and may help motivate women to engage in exercise.

via The Washington Post|

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health-and-fitness2 years ago•3 min saved

"Women Reap Greater Cardiovascular Benefits from Less Exercise than Men, Study Shows"

A new study suggests that women may need less exercise than men to achieve the same cardiovascular benefits, with women needing just under 2.5 hours of moderate to vigorous aerobic physical activity per week compared to five hours for men. The research, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, found that women who engaged in regular physical activity had a 24% reduced mortality risk, compared to 15% for men. The study also highlighted differences in the benefits of strength training for men and women. However, experts caution that the findings are based on observational data and need further confirmation.

via CBS News|

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