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Minimal exercise increases life expectancy of over-60s

03-Aug-2015

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Current recommendation is 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity, such as cycling or walking, every week which may discourage some people. The more exercise the better, but even 15 minutes a week could lower the risk of serious conditions such as strokes, heart disease and certain cancers in over 60s according to research at the Jean Monnet University in France.

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David Hupin

Associate professor and sports medicine physician at the University Hospital of St-Etienne, France.

University Jean Monnet Saint Etienne

Public research university.

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