General · 10 March 2026
Your leg muscles' surprising link to heart health.
Being inactive for lengthy periods can quietly damage the body's blood flow and heart function, often without warning. Dr Varun Bansal explains this occurs as leg muscles fail to contract, slowing blood's movement and stressing tiny vessels. This reduced motion prevents vessels from widening, but standing or walking for 30-45 minutes regularly can offer protection.
Reported by The Times of India · How we write briefs