Need a smoke? Take a hike
Nicotine addiction has historically been one of the hardest addictions to break. So, anything that helps reduce cravings for a smoke is helpful.
Here’s what can be expected following an exercise session.
Researchers from Canada and the UK reviewed 12 studies that compared active exercise to no exercise.
- 9 of 10 studies found a significant reduction in cravings after exercise.
- A brisk 1-mile walk had the largest and longest-lasting reduction in cravings — lasting as long as 50 minutes.
- There’s no guarantee that more intensive exercise session will result in more prolonged reduction in cravings.
The bottom Line?
See title above.
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