Research suggests there's an ideal amount of physical activity that helps you live longer.
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This study defined moderate physical activity as walking, weightlifting and doing lower-intensity exercise. It categorized exercises like running, bicycling and swimming as vigorous physical activity.Study participants self-reported their leisure time physical activity via questionnaires over the course of 30 years.
Additionally, the results also only imply an association between more exercise and lower risk of premature death. However, tons of previous research has shown that exercise is extremely beneficial for our health — so it’s not exactly a surprise that the study found a correlation between physical activity and improved longevity.A bike ride counts toward your weekly vigorous physical activity goal.