New Guidelines Suggest Men Need More Exercise Than Women to Lower Heart Disease Risk, Researchers Say
A new study has found that men need twice as much exercise as women to achieve the same reduction in coronary heart disease risk. The research, which analyzed data from over 80,000 people, suggests that healthy living guidelines should take into account sex differences.
According to the findings, women who exercised for 250 minutes a week had a 30% lower risk of developing heart disease compared to men who needed nearly nine hours of exercise per week to achieve the same effect. The study also revealed that women who met the weekly exercise target were up to three times less likely to die from coronary heart disease than similarly active men.
The researchers, led by Dr Jiajin Chen at Xiamen University in China, analyzed physical activity records and found that healthy living guidelines should be tailored for both men and women. The study built on previous research which showed that women benefit more from exercise than men but also highlighted the fact that women are generally less physically active.
The NHS recommends that men and women aged 16 to 64 engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week, combined with muscle-strengthening activities twice a week. However, the latest research stresses the need for sex-specific advice and highlights the substantial health benefits women can achieve with moderate amounts of exercise.
The findings have significant implications, particularly in light of global statistics showing that one in three women die of cardiovascular disease. The researchers argue that the study's results could encourage women to engage in physical activity and reduce their risk of heart disease.
While the exact reasons behind the disparity are unclear, scientists suggest it may be due to differences in sex hormones, muscle fibers, and the ability to break down sugar to produce energy. Experts now call for tailored interventions to optimize cardiovascular health for women, emphasizing that one-size-fits-all approaches do not work when it comes to exercise and heart disease prevention.
The researchers' message is clear: everyone, regardless of their sex, should take regular exercise to reduce their risk of coronary heart disease and improve overall health.
A new study has found that men need twice as much exercise as women to achieve the same reduction in coronary heart disease risk. The research, which analyzed data from over 80,000 people, suggests that healthy living guidelines should take into account sex differences.
According to the findings, women who exercised for 250 minutes a week had a 30% lower risk of developing heart disease compared to men who needed nearly nine hours of exercise per week to achieve the same effect. The study also revealed that women who met the weekly exercise target were up to three times less likely to die from coronary heart disease than similarly active men.
The researchers, led by Dr Jiajin Chen at Xiamen University in China, analyzed physical activity records and found that healthy living guidelines should be tailored for both men and women. The study built on previous research which showed that women benefit more from exercise than men but also highlighted the fact that women are generally less physically active.
The NHS recommends that men and women aged 16 to 64 engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week, combined with muscle-strengthening activities twice a week. However, the latest research stresses the need for sex-specific advice and highlights the substantial health benefits women can achieve with moderate amounts of exercise.
The findings have significant implications, particularly in light of global statistics showing that one in three women die of cardiovascular disease. The researchers argue that the study's results could encourage women to engage in physical activity and reduce their risk of heart disease.
While the exact reasons behind the disparity are unclear, scientists suggest it may be due to differences in sex hormones, muscle fibers, and the ability to break down sugar to produce energy. Experts now call for tailored interventions to optimize cardiovascular health for women, emphasizing that one-size-fits-all approaches do not work when it comes to exercise and heart disease prevention.
The researchers' message is clear: everyone, regardless of their sex, should take regular exercise to reduce their risk of coronary heart disease and improve overall health.
. I mean, I know women are generally less active than men, but it's crazy that men need twice as much exercise to achieve the same benefits 
. My sister is always complaining about not having enough time for herself, and now we know why - she needs more time at the gym than my brother does! 
Just kidding, sort of.
. It's also fascinating to learn about the differences in how men and women metabolize energy and respond to exercise 
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At least this research is giving us some much-needed guidance, and I hope it encourages more women to get moving - they can achieve amazing things with just 250 minutes of moderate exercise per week! 
We need more research on what exactly is going on with our bodies and why we need different exercise plans for men and women. Maybe its time to rethink those NHS guidelines and create something that actually takes into account sex differences 
also gotta wonder if this is gonna lead to more women being encouraged to hit the gym and less men doing so... 
. We need better guidelines that take into account our different lives and priorities 
. Maybe its not just about exercise, but also about diet and stress management 
. The more I think about it, the more I'm convinced that tailored advice is the way to go 
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But what really gets me is that women are generally less active and yet they can reap so many health benefits from moderate amounts of exercise. It's time for us to rethink our approach to physical activity and start tailoring it to individual needs, rather than just relying on one-size-fits-all advice. 
The stats on cardiovascular disease in women are also just heartbreaking - 1 in 3? That's way too many! 
. We should be focusing on making exercise accessible for everyone, regardless of sex 
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. But seriously, I think this study highlights how sex differences need to be taken into account when it comes to health advice. We can't just use the same guidelines for everyone anymore 
. Maybe its time to re-evaluate what "moderate exercise" even means 
?! but seriously, the study does make sense. all these years we've been told women just need to do less and be more mindful of their diet, but what about us guys? its not fair to say one-size-fits-all 
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maybe we need to be thinking more deeply about why our bodies work the way they do, rather than just trying to find a magic number for exercise time... 
. Anyway, this study is like, super important because we need to make sure women are getting the exercise advice that's tailored just for them 
It's not the years in your life that count, it's the life in your years. 
You're never too old (or young) to start taking care of your heart! Everyone should find an exercise routine that works for them, regardless of whether they need 150 or 900 minutes a week to feel good. It's not about who needs more or less, it's about finding what keeps you moving and feeling great. 
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. I mean, who sets the rules anyway? It's like they're saying women are less capable or something? Newsflash: women just need different amounts of exercise, that's all! It's not rocket science. 150 minutes a week is too little for some people, and nine hours a week is a bit excessive for others. Can't we just get personalized recommendations based on individual needs instead of one-size-fits-all nonsense? 
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