In a groundbreaking study, researchers have discovered that incorporating as little as five minutes of physical activity into your daily routine can significantly lower blood pressure. Conducted by the ProPASS Consortium, the study involved nearly 15,000 participants across five countries, examining their daily activities ranging from sedentary behavior to vigorous exercise.
The research, published in Circulation, highlights that even minimal physical activity can have a profound impact on cardiovascular health. By replacing sedentary behavior with just 20-27 minutes of exercise such as cycling or stair climbing, the risk of cardiovascular disease could be reduced by up to 28% at a population level. Moreover, the study suggests that even a mere five minutes of exercise daily can aid in reducing blood pressure.
Professor Emmanuel Stamatakis from the University of Sydney emphasized the significant role short bursts of high-intensity movement play in managing blood pressure. Dr. Jo Blodgett from University College London noted that vigorous exercise is particularly effective in improving cardiovascular health. For more details, visit The West Australian.