Weekend Warriors See Similar Heart Health Benefits As Those Who Exercise Regularly

A new study found that exercising 150 minutes per week, whether over weekends or spread across days, offers similar reductions in cardiovascular risks.
People who exercise just on weekends, called "weekend warriors," have the same lowered chance of heart attack, heart failure, atrial fibrillation and stroke as regular exercisers.
Both weekend warrior and regular exercise patterns are linked to better heart health versus inactivity, emphasizing the importance of meeting weekly exercise targets.
The research analyzed data from nearly 100,000 UK adults and measured activity levels using accelerometers worn for one week.
While the study population was predominantly White, the findings suggest any physical activity is beneficial and support getting 150 active minutes per week.