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Joanna Lumley: Active Living Cuts Death Risk by 12%

2/5/2026

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Joanna Lumley, 79, exemplifies an active lifestyle by prioritizing NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) over gym workouts.
NEAT accounts for about 50% of total daily energy expenditure, compared with roughly 10% from planned workouts.
A study found that women aged 65+ who perform 30 minutes of light NEAT daily have a 12% lower death risk.

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Story summary

Joanna Lumley, 79, exemplifies an active lifestyle by prioritizing NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) over gym workouts.
NEAT accounts for about 50% of total daily energy expenditure, compared with roughly 10% from planned workouts.
A study found that women aged 65+ who perform 30 minutes of light NEAT daily have a 12% lower death risk.