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- A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine finds that longer continuous walking (10–15 minutes) may significantly improve heart health and longevity compared with shorter walks.
- The analysis included data from more than 33,000 adults aged 40 to 79.
- Longer walks reduced the risk of cardiovascular events from 13% with 5-minute walks to 4% with 15-minute walks.
