Exercising 2.5 to 5 hours weekly can lower atrial fibrillation risk by 60%, study finds.

Researchers from NYU Langone Health found that exercising 2.5 to 5 hours per week can lower the risk of atrial fibrillation, a condition causing irregular heartbeat, by 60%. Those exercising over 5 hours saw a 65% reduction. The study, using Fitbit data from over 6,000 people, shows that moderate activities like brisk walking or cleaning can help maintain heart health without needing intense workouts.

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