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All forms of exercise help you live longer, but some activities come with extra benefits.
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Simar Bajaj
NEW YORK – Regular exercise is one of the most effective ways to lengthen your life. Research consistently shows that physical activity is linked to lower risk of cancer, depression, dementia, Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Federal guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise a week, along with two days of muscle-strengthening activities. But the payoff starts much earlier: Even four to five minutes of vigorous physical activity every day has been linked to longevity benefits.
