Not very active? No need to worry—a little exercise is far better than none.
Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health found that about 2.5 hours of physical activity per week—roughly 150 minutes of moderate intensity—lowers cardiovascular disease risk by 14 percent.
Cardiovascular disease
Lead researcher Jacob Sattelmair explains that health benefits begin with just 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly. His team reviewed more than 3,000 studies on physical activity and heart health.
Key findings: Earlier research often compared active versus sedentary groups, but newer studies focus on the impact of the total amount of physical activity on cardiovascular risk.
Notable insight: Exercise delivers even greater benefits for women in reducing heart disease risk. So, step away from that chair and get moving.
