According to Dr. Jordan Metzl, a sports medicine physician, daily movement is crucial for maximizing our healthspan, which refers to the number of years we live in good health and disease-free into older age.

Importance of Daily Movement

Movement can be anything that gets you to exert more effort or move your body around more than usual, such as walking, dancing, taking the stairs, or cleaning your home. Even just two minutes a day of vigorous physical activity, independent of exercise, is valuable for extending longevity.

Dr. Metzl emphasizes that daily movement is an effective way to combat the negative effects of sedentary behavior, which is associated with an increased risk of chronic diseases and even premature death. He suggests trying to commit to moving daily by setting reminders and alarms and keeping a log of your movements to track your progress.

Examples of non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) include taking the stairs, walking, or engaging in household chores. These activities can help increase your heart rate and get you breathing faster, which is beneficial for your overall health.

Original reporting: Dallas TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.