Mixed
Regular physical activity increases life expectancy by approximately 2 to 4 years compared to inactivity, with aerobic endurance athletes potentially gaining up to 8 years.
To maximize your lifespan, incorporate regular physical activity into your daily routine. You do not need to be an elite athlete; moderate leisure-time activity is highly effective. Aim for consistency, as this habit alone can add 2-4 years to your life expectancy by reducing risks of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
estimates on life expectancy in relation to physical activity indicate additional years of life in active subjects: the conservative estimate of the net increase in life expectancy with physical activity is about 2–4 years but presumably even greater because of the positive influence of physical activity on major risk factors for mortality.
Why this rating
Based on a systematic review of 13 cohort studies and 11 case-control studies, though heterogeneity in activity definitions limits meta-analysis.
Source
Does Physical Activity Increase Life Expectancy? A Review of the Literature
C. D. Reimers et al. · Journal of Aging Research · 2012
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