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DEN0MINAT0R t1_iu7aw3t wrote

Reply to comment by psychothumbs in Exercise linked with increased longevity. Compared with just two minutes of vigorous activity per week, 15 minutes was associated with an 18% lower risk of death and a 15% lower likelihood of cardiovascular disease, while 12 minutes was associated with a 17% reduced risk of cancer by Wagamaga

I don’t have a good source for this, but if memory serves I’ve heard 30-60 minutes per week of intense exercise is sufficient for pretty much all of the health benefits.

I think it ultimately depends though. Someone with a more sedentary job might benefit from more exercise than someone who is more active throughout the day (even if they aren’t ‘exercising’, strictly speaking).

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