Scientists Say This 5-Minute Trick Could Help You Live Longer
New research suggests it could be the key to boosting heart and lung health.
A new study found that adding years to your life may be as simple as taking a short burst of movement, or an "exercise snack," which can be as short as 5 minutes.
According to the findings, even a few minutes of activity could make a difference in long-term heart health and lung health.
The study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, explored the concept of "exercise snacks" and their impact on cardiometabolic health in inactive adults.
Experts such as Aubrey Grant, M.D., a sports cardiologist at MedStar Health, and Stephen Sheehan, C.P.T., a personal trainer at Garage Gym Reviews, can provide more insight into the benefits of "exercise snacks".
What if adding years to your life only took as long as it takes to pop a bag of popcorn?
Author's summary: Short bursts of movement can boost heart and lung health.