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New Study Says Fitness Level Matters More Than Weight When It Comes to Health

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  New research shows that fitness level is more important than bodyweight when it comes to cardiovascular health and mortality. The meta-analysis found that higher cardiorespiratory fitness levels had significant benefits for health,


A recent study published in the *Journal of the American Medical Association* highlights that fitness levels are more critical than body weight when it comes to health outcomes. The research, which analyzed data from over 120,000 participants, found that individuals with higher fitness levels, regardless of their weight, had a lower risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain cancers. The study suggests that focusing on improving cardiovascular fitness through regular physical activity could be more beneficial for health than solely aiming to lose weight. This challenges the conventional focus on weight loss for health improvement, advocating instead for a broader approach to fitness that includes endurance, strength, and flexibility.

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