Danish researchers from Copenhagen conducted a study involving runners, the results were surprising. The team of scientists came to the conclusion that due to the regular running, life expectancy can be extended for several years. The study involved 20,000 men and women aged 20 to 93 years.
Danish cardiologist Professor Schnoor (Schnohr) said that jogging can prolong life by 5.6 years for women and 6.2 years for men. The scientist stressed, however, that people who are running around too much, and often are in the same position as those who lead a sedentary lifestyle. In addition, according to Schnoor, "Sunday runners" will not get such results. For maximum benefit you need to run around 2-2.5 hours a week, evenly distributed for 2-3 days.
A study of Danish scientists proved a milestone in the field of medicine. The beneficial effects of running on life expectancy due to the fact that this activity It improves oxygen uptake, increases sensitivity to insulin and has a positive impact on mental health.
WHO says?
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exercise lasting at least 150 minutes per week for adults and for the elderly. Walking, Nordic walking, Running and cycling are now recognized sports that help reduce the risk of death, lifestyle-related diseases such as heart disease and circulatory system, as well as diabetes II type.
Regular activity and the aging process
Decreased physical activity, of course, negatively affects the functioning of the musculoskeletal system, metabolism and the cardiovascular system. A brief consideration of the above research suggests that the systematic physical exercise strengthens the heart and a healthy and active lifestyle prolongs life.
However, the aging process is complex and time-consuming. He manifested a change in the appearance, physical fitness, form of behavior and thinking. As the aging body deteriorating eyesight and hearing, slows digestion and decreases the level of hormones. The aging process is also associated with a decrease in muscle and bone tissue viability and immunity.
Important to remember!
The foregoing reasons indicate that the intensity and type of physical activity should be suitably adapted to the age of the person in charge of sports. Nor should we expect that physical activity performed regularly, it will completely stop time. However, as a factor that influences largely on longevity, can have a positive impact on reducing the risk of diseases of civilization and, therefore, to extend the life some years.
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