It turns out that doing housework extends lifespan

Short bursts of intense physical activity, including movements performed during daily household chores, can reduce the risk of death and extend life by up to six years, according to a new study in the journal Circulation, published by the American Heart Association.

A study led by Emmanuel Stamatakis of the University of Sydney found that five minutes of intense physical activity per day offers protective effects, particularly against heart disease. While previously recommended weekly regimens of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity walking or 75 minutes of intense exercise like running or swimming, these new findings suggest that even just five minutes of vigorous exercise per day may be sufficient for heart health.

Alternatively, 25 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise provides similar benefits, according to the research.

Housework protects heart health

Scientists also emphasize the importance of incorporating vigorous exercise into daily life. Physical activity performed during household chores is said to protect heart health and extend lifespan.

It was tested on 24,000 people.

The study examined seven days of activity data from 24,000 individuals, whose average age was 62 and who did not exercise regularly, by wearing smart bracelets. The results revealed that even short periods of intense exercise significantly reduced the risk of death.