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Zone 2 cardio

Low-intensity cardio where you can maintain a conversation. Builds mitochondrial density and cardiovascular efficiency.

30-60 minutes · 3-5x per week

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Consistent sleep schedule

Going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, including weekends. Sleep regularity is a stronger predictor of mortality and mood than total sleep time alone.

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Intermittent fasting

Restricting eating to an 8-10 hour window. Benefits for autophagy, insulin sensitivity, and body composition.

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HabitDurationFrequencyScore · Effect size
Morning sunlight exposure10-30 minutes · Daily10-30 minutesDaily
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50
Afternoon sunlight10-15 minutes · Daily10-15 minutesDaily
CLimited confidence58—
Daily outdoor light for vision2+ hours · Daily2+ hoursDaily
CLimited confidence51—
HabitDurationFrequencyScore · Effect size
Zone 2 cardio30-60 minutes · 3-5x per week30-60 minutes3-5x per week
SHigh confidence82
59
Resistance training45-60 minutes · 3-4x per week45-60 minutes3-4x per week
SHigh confidence81
65
High-intensity interval training20-30 minutes · 2-3x per week20-30 minutes2-3x per week
SHigh confidence78
67
Stretching / mobility work10-20 minutes · Daily10-20 minutesDaily
SHigh confidence78
73
Daily step count target—Daily
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Morning exercise10-60 minutes · Daily10-60 minutesDaily
BBuilding confidence61
33
Active recovery20-40 minutes · 1-2x per week20-40 minutes1-2x per week
CLimited confidence55—
Walking after meals10-15 minutes · After main meals10-15 minutesAfter main meals
Confidence pending—