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No time to work out?

This collective data is known as theUK Biobank dataset.

One such way is this very finding, which supports short bursts of cardiac activity connect to longevity.

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board-certified family nurse practitioner and co-owner of Adair Family Clinic and MedSpa

This research confirms what we already know about the beneficial properties ofshort bursts of physical activity.

Repeated short bursts of vigorous physical activity can result in improvements in cardiorespiratory fitness within just a few weeks.

Repeated short bursts of vigorous physical activity can result in improvements in cardiorespiratory fitness within just a few weeks.

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So long as the activity makes your heart race, it constitutes a proper pick.

The smartwatch will send hourly reminders to stand.

Be creative about finding the time to get your body moving, advises Savage.

Happy woman dancing and listening to music near a green empty wall outdoor in the city.

board-certified family nurse practitioner and co-owner of Adair Family Clinic and MedSpa

So its really family-friendly.

Here are Savages favorite triple-threat moves.

Come to the edge of the sofa.

Healthy female training in the gym, performing a hip thrust.

Then, move into a forward fold where you touch your toes.

Return to sitting and repeat.

Let the music move you front and back, side to side, and up and down.

A young black woman doing post-run stretches in the park on the road amidst green grass and trees.

Not sure where to start?

Dont be surprised if yourmood gets a boostalong with your heart rate.

reviewed byJennifer Logan, MD, MPH

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