Study: Physical Fitness Reduces Risk of Cancer

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In other news, a new study shows a connection between working out and reducing the risk of cancer. The study published yesterday in the British Journal of sports medicine showed that being in good physical shape reduced the risk of nine different types of cancer. The study looked at over 1 million young men for a period of 33 years and found that those who scored higher levels of cardio respiratory fitness when they were 18, went on to have lower rates of lung, kidney gastrointestinal cancers as they aged. Yet another reason to hit the gym, join a fitness class or do whatever it is that keeps you happy and healthy.