A new medical study has revealed that regular physical activity is associated with a reduced risk of stroke and premature death in people.

The study, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, followed more than 87,000 Norwegian adults for about 15 years. Researchers examined atrial fibrillation, stroke, and death in the participants using national health records.

Atrial fibrillation is a heart condition in which the upper chambers of the heart (atria) beat irregularly or quivering.

According to experts, this condition can increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases.

According to the results of the study, people who continued to do regular physical activity despite atrial fibrillation had a lower risk of stroke and a higher chance of living longer.

The American Heart Association recommends that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise a week, along with at least two days of muscle-strengthening exercise a week.

Although the benefits of exercise have been previously studied, the researchers say, this study provides further evidence that physical activity can not only improve overall health in patients with atrial fibrillation but is also associated with a reduced risk of stroke.