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Exercise: One of the Most Powerful Tools in Longevity Medicine

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Among all lifestyle interventions studied in longevity research, regular physical activity consistently ranks among the most effective.

Exercise supports cardiovascular health, metabolic flexibility, cognitive function, muscle mass, and overall resilience.

In many ways, physical activity acts on multiple hallmarks of aging simultaneously.

One of the most important benefits is the preservation of muscle mass and strength. Muscle is increasingly recognized not simply as a tissue responsible for movement, but as an active metabolic organ that influences long-term health.

Research shows that physically active individuals are more likely to maintain independence, mobility, and quality of life as they age.

The best exercise program is not necessarily the most intense.

It is the one that can be sustained consistently over time.

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Monika Mikulicz-Pasler, MD, PhD

Monika Mikulicz-Pasler, MD, PhD

Specialist in Cardiology

Specialist in Internal Medicine

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