North Wales Live
·Jul 2026
People most likely to reach 100 'don't go to the gym'
Research on Blue Zones suggests residents tend to live longer without gym-based exercise, instead relying on natural daily movement, plant-heavy diets and regular rest. Dan Buettner highlights these habits while UK health guidance stresses that gym exercise still provides major benefits and warns against prolonged inactivity. The article outlines simple ways to reduce sedentary behaviour and support long-term health.