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PhysicalActivity

Meaning

Physical Activity is defined as any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that results in energy expenditure, encompassing a wide spectrum from structured, vigorous exercise to daily occupational or leisure-time movements. Clinically, consistent engagement in moderate to vigorous activity is a potent and non-pharmacological modulator of systemic physiology, leading to improved insulin sensitivity, enhanced cardiovascular fitness, and favorable changes in body composition. It is a cornerstone intervention for optimizing endocrine health and mitigating age-related functional decline.