The ‘sweet spot’ for light-intensity physical activity: does it depend on how much moderate-to-vigorous-intensity physical activity you already do?

Why is this study important? Physical activity advice given to the general public tends to centre on moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA), the “brisk walking to running” end of the activity intensity spectrum. For example, the World Health Organization (WHO) currently recommends 150-300 minutes of MVPA per week. However, many people, such as older adults, those […]

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