Just 1 Hour of Weekly Exercise May Lower AFib Risk

Even an hour more exercise can reduce risk of common heart rhythm problem, study shows
The study, led by New York University Langone Health researchers who looked at data from more than 6,000 Fitbit users who were part of the All of Us Research Program, found that an extra hour a week of increased activity reduced risk of developing the irregular heartbeat by 11%.
While more is better, even moderate amounts of exercise may reduce risk for common heart condition
Adding an extra hour every week of physical activity may lower the chance of developing the most common type of irregular heartbeat (arrythmia) by 11%, a study shows.
Just 1 Hour of Weekly Exercise May Lower AFib Risk, but More Is Still Better
New research indicates that 1 hour of moderate exercise per week can help prevent atrial fibrillation (AFib). While a small amount of exercise reduced AFib risk, study participants who exercised more reaped even greater benefits.
Exercise during 2 specific times may help further reduce colorectal cancer risk
To reduce colorectal cancer risk, being active in both the early morning and evening might provide greater benefits than overall activity, a new study indicates.
At Least 2.5 Hours Of Exercise Per Week Can Boost Heart Health: Study
Scientists found that engaging in physical activity between 2.5 and 5 hours per week - the minimum amount recommended by the American Heart Association - showed a 60% lower risk of developing atrial fibrillation.
Everyday physical activity could improve cognitive health in middle age
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When muscles work out, they help neurons grow: Biochemical and physical effects of exercise could help heal nerves
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Daily Exercise Boosts Brain Speed, Helps Keep Minds Youthful
Everyday physical activities, from light chores to intense exercise, provide immediate cognitive benefits for middle-aged ...
An extra 5 minutes of daily physical activity helps lower blood pressure, new study finds. These types of exercise are best.
Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, a condition that raises the risk of heart attack and stroke. Of ...
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Everyday physical activity provides immediate benefits for brain health
Exercise has been shown to improve brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia over the long-term. But engaging in everyday physical activity has immediate benefits for ...
Adding 5 minutes of exercise daily may help lower blood pressure
A new study found that replacing sedentary time with five minutes of daily physical activity can help lower blood pressure ...
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MIT Breakthrough, Sweat and Flex Your Way to Neuron Growth, Exercise Unveiled as Key to Brain Cell Boom
MIT engineers find that exercise-induced myokines significantly boost neuron growth, offering insights for nerve injury ...
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Exercise can help cut risk of 'baby blues', study shows
New mothers can reduce the risk of developing postnatal depression if they can find time to exercise for more than an hour every week, according to a new study.Exercising for at least 80 minutes each ...