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| Taking daily walks could increase your life span by up to 11 years, new research finds |
Regular Walking Could Add Years to Your Life, Study Suggests
A recent study highlights the life-extending benefits of
daily walking.
- Those
who walk the equivalent of 160 minutes per day are among the most active
and see the greatest benefits.
- People
with low activity levels could gain up to 11 extra years by increasing
their physical activity.
- Walking
boosts longevity by enhancing cardiometabolic health.
The research, published on November 14, 2024, in the British
Journal of Sports Medicine, links low physical activity with premature
death.
Researchers found that increasing activity levels — such as
taking daily walks — could significantly extend life expectancy.
If the least active individuals reached the activity level
of the top 25% of Americans, they could add as much as 11 years to their
lifespan.
The study also suggests that community changes, such as
walkable neighborhoods and more green spaces, could further support longer,
healthier lives for everyone.
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