By Stephen Harridge, Norman Lazarus — 2019
We often confuse the effects of inactivity with the ageing process itself, and believe certain diseases are purely the result of getting older.
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To stay healthy and fit, older people have traditionally been advised to take up gentle activities, such as walking and tai chi. But it’s time we added competitive sports to the mix.
Lack of physical activity has been shown to increase the risk of chronic illness and mortality. Yet, a large part of the American population fails to meet the government’s recommendations for physical activity. According to a new study, competition might be the key to getting us to workout more.
If you’re really dedicated to making a name for yourself in sport, you may still have a shot at winning gold. If you’re, say, 35 years old, you probably shouldn’t expect to become a world-class gymnast.