Xercise Study News Today

People who exert themselves for 1 or 2 minutes a few times daily while climbing stairs, walking to work, or doing routine tasks around the house can greatly reduce their risk of heart disease and cancer, according to a new study.

Vigorous exercise provides the same benefits as moderate exercise, only faster. Now researchers have found the sweet spot that gives you the most benefit in the least amount of time.

Healthy snacks can be an important part of a nutritious diet, as small bites between meals can help keep our energy levels high. Turns out, our muscles may benefit from snacks too – "activity snacks," that is.

The study results support the World Health Organization's current physical activity guidelines, but also pushes for higher levels to see even more benefit in living a longer life, a research associate said.

The study results support the World Health Organization's current physical activity guidelines, but also pushes for higher levels to see even more benefit in living a longer life, a research associate said.