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"Exercise May Be the Single Most Potent Medical Intervention Ever Known"

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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The Transformative Power of Exercise on Health

This chapter discusses the historical correlation between physical activity and cardiovascular health, referencing a crucial 1958 study on sedentary lifestyles. It also highlights recent research that shows exercise's transformative effects on cellular functions, underscoring its significance as a medical intervention.

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