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CMAJ March 2006 PMID 16534088

Health benefits of physical activity: the evidence.

Darren E R Warburton, Crystal Whitney Nicol, Shannon S D Bredin

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What people are saying

The collective comments strongly agree with the scientific evidence, emphasizing clear benefits such as reducing the risk of death and chronic diseases. The tone includes motivational phrases like 'small shifts shape long lives' and references to peer-reviewed data, indicating high engagement and perceived impact on health behavior change.

AgreementStrong agreement

All posts strongly support the positive findings of the publication, emphasizing the health benefits and the importance of increasing activity.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show high interest, highlighting small practical steps like walking an extra lap and referencing peer-reviewed science, indicating enthusiasm and curiosity.

EngagementHigh engagement

Posts demonstrate deep engagement through sharing specific data, referencing scientific studies, and encouraging action, such as 'just show up' or quoting research results.

ImpactHigh impact

The posts suggest the publication can significantly influence public understanding and behavior related to physical activity, underscored by phrases like 'game changer' and referencing the linear relationship between activity and health.

Abstract in brief

  • Regular physical activity is strongly linked to reducing the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, cancer, osteoporosis, and mental health issues, as well as lowering the chances of early death.
  • The existing guidelines from Health Canada are effective in providing health benefits, especially for people who were previously inactive, and increasing physical activity levels further improves health outcomes.
  • There is a clear, linear relationship between how much physical activity you do and your overall health, meaning the more active you are, the better your health tends to be.
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McMaster PACE
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Apr 13, 2021 · 10 likes · 3 shares · 594 followers View post →
Ash Paul
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Health benefits of physical activity: the evidence https://t.co/kuXiuja81J via @warburtonlab et al https://t.co/nG4GnQkmix

Dec 9, 2024 · 3 likes · 32,251 followers View post →
Isatou Sarr
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There appears to be a linear relation between physical activity and health status, such that a further increase in physical activity and fitness will lead to additional improvements in health status. https://t.co/ERn0YwQM2A

Mar 1, 2021 · 1 like · 36 followers View post →
McMaster Alumni
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RT @McMaster_PACE:

Apr 13, 2021 · 3 shares · 10,881 followers View post →
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RT @McMaster_PACE:

Apr 13, 2021 · 3 shares · 531 followers View post →
Mitsu Health
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Think about this for a moment: Just 20 minutes of moderate exercise daily cuts risk of death by 30%. Commit to walking one extra lap today — small shifts shape long lives. #JustShowUp (Warburton DER et al. Health benefits of physical activity: the evidence. CMAJ, 2006)

Oct 16, 2025 · 500 followers View post →

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Mitsu Health
@MitsuMaHealth · X

Think about this for a moment: Just 20 minutes of moderate exercise daily cuts risk of death by 30%. Commit to walking one extra lap today — small shifts shape long lives. #JustShowUp (Warburton DER et al. Health benefits of physical activity: the evidence. CMAJ, 2006)

Oct 16, 2025 · 500 followers View post →
Mitsu Health
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@smithhmackenzie and the other 1% of the time, you should be — because even a bad session is better for your health and longevity than staying home. Warburton, D. E. R., Nicol, C. W., & Bredin, S. S. D. “Health benefits of physical activity: the evidence.” CMAJ, vol. 174, no. 6, 2006, pp.

Jul 23, 2025 · 471 followers View post →
Ash Paul
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Health benefits of physical activity: the evidence https://t.co/kuXiuja81J via @warburtonlab et al https://t.co/nG4GnQkmix

Dec 9, 2024 · 3 likes · 32,251 followers View post →
Douglas Stark
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@bryan_johnson https://t.co/52cl2mLqi6 I guess it’s this one

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Brendan Quigan
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@MAGA_Mat47 @LeoMolloyNZ https://t.co/M3noPQ0lyR Some peer reviewed science for you

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Frank Juzenas
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RT @McMaster_PACE:

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RT @McMaster_PACE:

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RT @McMaster_PACE:

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McMaster PACE
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Apr 13, 2021 · 10 likes · 3 shares · 594 followers View post →
Isatou Sarr
@IsatouSarr4 · X

There appears to be a linear relation between physical activity and health status, such that a further increase in physical activity and fitness will lead to additional improvements in health status. https://t.co/ERn0YwQM2A

Mar 1, 2021 · 1 like · 36 followers View post →