Indeed, the sports scientists say that some people - including pregnant women and those aged 65 or older - might be advised to do slightly less exercise and modify the type of activities they do.

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The Department of Health is hoping that by encouraging people to lead healthier lives, in terms of both what they eat and the exercise they take, they will do less damage to their bodies.

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According to recent research, not only do we all need to get more daily exercise, we also need to spend less of our time sitting down.

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Those who exercise need less sleep--and they sleep more deeply when they do.

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