- A physically active lifestyle late in life is linked to aging well.
- A new article published by the Canadian Medical Association reports getting 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week can increase an older person’s independence, as well as cognitive and mental well-being.
- People who exercise 150 minutes each week reduce their risk of all-cause mortality by 31%, according to the study.
- An older adult can gradually and safely work their way up to this amount of exercise in consultation with their physician or healthcare professional.
A new article, which is a review of existing research, argues that physical activity can significantly enhance one’s quality of life in one’s later years.
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