The study, led by New York University Langone Health researchers who looked at data from more than 6,000 Fitbit users who were part of the All of Us Research Program, found that an extra hour a week of increased activity reduced risk of developing the irregular heartbeat by 11%.

New research indicates that 1 hour of moderate exercise per week can help prevent atrial fibrillation (AFib). While a small amount of exercise reduced AFib risk, study participants who exercised more reaped even greater benefits.

The study by researchers at New York University-Langone Health focused on arrhythmia, also known as atrial fibrillation - a condition in which the heart’s upper two chambers beat rapidly and irregularly instead of at a consistent pace. If left untreated ...