Dr Paddy Barrett

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Exercise Like Your Life Depends On It. Because It Does.

Exercise is likely to be the single best way to extend lifespan

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Dr Paddy Barrett
Aug 10, 2022
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When it comes to increasing the length and quality of your life, it never comes down to one thing. It’s a function of many things.

Regardless of the complexity of the solution, I am frequently asked, “If there was one thing you could focus on, what would it be?”.

My answer is exercise. And the data to support this claim are impressive.

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