An observational study involving 8,677 participants has found that leisure time sports activities can have a considerable effect on life expectancy. Among the top sports activities with the highest longevity gain are tennis (9.7 years) and badminton (6.2 years). Along with these findings, other research has found that social isolation is among the strongest predictors of lower life expectancy, increasing the risks of hypertension and cardiovascular disease. Find out what other sports you can practice to extend the healthy years of your life.
Practicing leisure sports may be the key to a longer life
More of Today's Solutions
A cheap, homegrown catnip lotion could replace DEET for millions of Ugandans
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A lotion made from catnip oil matched DEET in field trials in Uganda, according to research presented at ...
Read MoreReducing microplastic exposure: the four habits we should all be prioritizing
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In 2025, researchers publishing in Nature Medicine found microplastics in human brain tissue at concentrations considerably higher than ...
Read MoreProtect your lungs this winter with these 5 superfoods
When it comes to the coronavirus, adults with lung-related health issues such as asthma are at increased risk of severe illness from the virus. ...
Read MoreDo you have a toxic friend? A therapist’s advice on how to set boundaries
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Friendships can be a source of joy and comfort, but unfortunately, even the most intimate connections can become toxic. ...
Read More
