Saturday, 4 July 2020

Strenuous daily exercise may shorten, not prolong, longevity

Strenuous daily exercise may shorten, not prolong, longevity

By analyzing longevity data for professional Japanese traditional artists, researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech) have found that Kabuki actors, known for their vigorous movements, surprisingly had shorter lifespans compared with other traditional arts performers who lead mostly sedentary lifestyles. The findings suggest that job-related strenuous exercise throughout life may not necessarily extend longevity.
Read more: https://www.titech.ac.jp/english/news/2020/047276.html?source=Snapzu

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