We read that regular exercise is essential to good health as we age. But who has time for exercise? Even when retired! Exercise gets in the way of everything fun. Well, the Washington Post reports that there is good news. Just picking up the pace while doing chores, climbing stairs or doing yard work can cut the risk of heart attack and stroke in half! Researchers, who sit idle for hours in front of a computer, have determined that vigorous bits for as little as 5 minutes a day make a big difference. A moderate pace for a half-hour or so has similar benefits. Obviously, picking up the pace AND doing some exercise is best. But it’s nice to know that small changes to habits can have meaningful health results. So give a vigorous push when slinging back the La-Z-Boy.
- Jet Cannon