We know that exercise is good for us. In the short-term it enhances sleep quality, helps us manage stress better and regulates blood pressure. In the long-term, it may reduce our risk of developing dementia, depression, and chronic illnesses like cancer and cardiovascular disease. It also helps with weight control and bone strength. Now, studies have found that regular physical.
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People aged 68 and above who were physically active throughout their life have a healthier ageing muscle that has superior functionality and is more resistant to fatigue compared to inactive individuals, both young and old, according to a recent study led by ‘The Physiological Society’
People aged 68 and above who were physically active throughout their life have a healthier ageing muscle that has superior functionality and is more resistant to fatigue compared to inactive individuals, both young and old, according to a recent study led by The Physiological Society.
Lead author, Casper Soendenbroe, University of Copenhagen, Denmark said: “This is the first study in humans to find that lifelong exercise at a recreational level could delay some detrimental effects of ageing. “Using muscle tissue biopsies, we’ve found positive effects of exercise on the general ageing population. “Our study is more representative of the general population aged 60 and above, as the average person