A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that moderate to vigorous physical activity during childhood was associated with less cardiac work in adolescence, while increased sedentary time during childhood led to greater cardiac work in adolescence. The study, which tracked data from 153 participants aged 6 to 8 years, concluded that clinicians should encourage physical activity among children and educate them on the risks of excessive sedentary behavior. The findings suggest that incorporating vigorous-intensity physical activity more frequently than the recommended guidelines may be beneficial for heart health in youth.
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Physical activity level during childhood linked to cardiac work in adolescence
