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At what age do most people never sprint again?

According to several fitness sources, as many as 95% of adults over the age of 30 may never sprint again. This surprising statistic points to a significant drop-off in high-intensity exercise participation after a certain age, a trend driven by a combination of physiological changes, lifestyle shifts, and a heightened fear of injury. Understanding the reasons behind this can help individuals make informed choices about maintaining an active and explosive lifestyle well into their later years.

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Is Sprinting Anti-Aging? The Cellular & Hormonal Fountain of Youth

A seminal Mayo Clinic study found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can reverse age-related changes at the cellular level, particularly benefiting older individuals. This compelling evidence suggests that, yes, sprinting is anti-aging by targeting key biological processes that naturally decline with time.

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Does Sprinting Increase Lifespan? The Cellular Benefits of High-Intensity Exercise

According to a systematic review published in *The Open Public Health Journal*, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which includes sprinting, can positively influence epigenetic markers of aging. This suggests that sprint-style workouts may indeed hold a key to extending your life, but how does sprinting increase lifespan, and is it a better method than other exercises?

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