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Lower levels of physical activity volume are beneficial, and it's never too late to start: Results from the HUNT Study, Norway.

Hans Johan BreidablikKarl Ove HufthammerVegar RangulJon Roger AndersenEivind MelandØystein HetlevikTina Løkke Vie
Published in: Scandinavian journal of public health (2023)
At least 60 minutes of PA per week was associated with a marked reduction in mortality when this was a lasting habit over three decades. Given that six times as many people reach this less ambitious goal, it is vital to encourage all levels of PA in public health promotion. Any increase in PA during the lifespan is beneficial.
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