An annual 3% increase in cardio fitness linked to a 35% lower risk of prostate cancer

According to research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine just a 3% increase in cardio fitness can lower the risk of prostate cancer by up to 35%.

The research from the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences in Stockholm included data on physical activity, lifestyle, body mass/height and the results of at least 2 cardio fitness tests on a stationary cycle of 57,652 men. The research also included annual cardio fitness tests of absolute and relative V02 max (the amount of oxygen the body uses whilst exercising as hard as possible).

The research also accounted for factors, including age, weight, BMI, education levels and smoking status.