Four minutes cancer defense

Here’s a study that makes you think, “Is that really possible?” A recent study revealed that just 4 minutes of intense physical activity per day can significantly lower your cancer risk.

Researchers looked at over 22,000 adults who don’t regularly exercise. Participants wore devices to track their movements, and they were followed for about seven years to see how it affected their cancer risk.

The focus was on vigorous physical activity, defined as short bursts of intense exercise lasting 1 to 2 minutes. The study found that even 3 minutes of daily intense activity can lower cancer risk by about 10%. At 4.5 minutes per day, the overall cancer risk dropped by 20%, with a 31% reduction in cancers linked to low activity.

Considering that 33% of women and 25% of men don’t meet the minimum recommendation for intense exercise, it’s a strong reminder to squeeze in a few minutes of high-intensity movement each day. Whether it’s sprinting up stairs, doing bodyweight exercises, or quick gym reps, intensity can fit into almost any routine. Read more here: The UK Biobank Accelerometry Study

The Bodyweight Team