A new study of 3,298 people showed that men who regularly participated in moderate-to-heavy exercise (jogging, tennis, swimming) had a 63 percent less chance of having a stroke. Lighter exercise such as walking or golfing did not confer such benefits.
It is a sad commentary on the priorities of men that only 20% of them in the study performed such exercise. The average age in the study was 69 years and the participants were followed for nine years – watching for a first stroke.
Our bodies are made to be used. A sedentary lifestyle is a fast track to poor health.
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