One Minute Could Add Years to Your Life, New Study Suggests
By Dr. Michael Lee, World-Today-News.com – August 9, 2025
We all crave a life hack, a shortcut to better health. The idea that we could considerably improve our well-being with less effort is notably appealing. Now, a groundbreaking new study suggests that’s not just wishful thinking. Just 60 seconds of what researchers are calling “incidental exertion” – bursts of activity woven into your daily routine – could boost longevity and add years to your life.
My initial reaction to this research? skepticism. It sounded too good to be true. But as a news editor committed to evidence-based reporting,I dug deeper. What I found was a compelling body of research that challenges conventional wisdom about exercise.
What is the Study?
Published recently in the pre-print server medrxiv, the study highlights the benefits of Vigorous Intermittent Lifestyle Physical Activity (VILPA). This isn’t about structured workouts; it’s about the small, unplanned bursts of physical activity we experience throughout the day. Think sprinting to catch a bus, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or even briskly carrying groceries.
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The research demonstrates that accumulating these short bouts of vigorous activity contributes significantly towards the recommended 150-300 minutes of “moderate-vigorous” activity per week. It’s a concept similar to exercise snacking, breaking up activity into manageable, bite-sized pieces throughout the day.
This study offers a potentially revolutionary approach to fitness, particularly for those who struggle to find time for traditional exercise. More to come as this research develops.
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