Air Pollution Significantly Undermines Exercise Benefits in Mumbai
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High air pollution can significantly reduce the health benefits of outdoor exercise, with pollution levels above 35μg/m^3 PM2.5 making exercise benefits non-significant and potentially harmful above 50μg/m^3. Despite this, exercise remains beneficial in most environments, but awareness and air quality improvements are crucial for maximizing health benefits and reducing risks.
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