Olympic medalists stay alive longer, study finds

Friday, December 14, 2012 - 10:00 in Psychology & Sociology

Compared with their compatriots, Olympic athletes who win medals live about three extra years, a study of several nations says. Experts guess it's due to physical fitness, healthful lifestyles and wealth.Athletes who win at the Olympics may bring home more than just a medal: They could add a few years to their life spans, scientists have found.

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