Strengthen muscles as well as heart to stay fit and healthy, say top doctors Adults are advised to do muscle-strengthening exercises twice a week, as well as aerobic exercise, to help them stay active for longer, under new guidance from the UK's top doctors.
For the first time, it includes advice on safe activity levels for pregnant women and new mums. Dance, bowls or Tai Chi are advised for over-65s to reduce falls in old age. Physical activity protects against obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and depression, the advice says.
The new guidelines on physical activity have been produced by the UK's chief medical officers and updated to reflect the latest scientific evidence. BBC News - Health
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For the first time, it includes advice on safe activity levels for pregnant women and new mums. Dance, bowls or Tai Chi are advised for over-65s to reduce falls in old age. Physical activity protects against obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and depression, the advice says.
The new guidelines on physical activity have been produced by the UK's chief medical officers and updated to reflect the latest scientific evidence. BBC News - Health
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- New physical activity guidelines issued by UK Chief Medical Officers Gov.UK
- Even a few minutes' exercise is good for you, new guidelines state The Guardian
- No such thing as too little exercise, says Chief Medical Officer, as ten minute minimum is scrapped The Telegraph
- Carry your heavy shopping to keep fit: Official guidelines urge all adults to do muscle strengthening exercises twice a week Mail Online
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