This infographic – by the University of Southern California – was originally published on/for World Heart Day.
It is estimated that doing three hours of exercise per week can increase an elderly person’s lifespan by 5 years : physical activity can help the aging population lower its blood pressure, increase balance and flexibility, maintain weight, as well as help treat chronic diseases like heart disease, arthritis, and diabetes.
- Enjoy our health infographics album on Flickr.