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Grace Walsh

Tennis may add 10 years to your life - but not for the reason you might think, study reveals

Bird's eye view of woman in whites playing tennis for longevity.

Traditional strength training (lifting weights) and cardio activities like running and cycling are thought to be the best exercises for longevity. They help build cardiovascular fitness, strength, and balance, which are needed for healthy ageing.

Racquet sports, such as tennis, badminton, and even pickleball, have been majorly overlooked, as three comprehensive studies and years of research now suggest.

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