Research finds over two-thirds of Donegal adults confident about living to 85

New research has revealed that Donegal adults are confident about their longevity, with over two-thirds, 68 per cent, expecting to live to over 85 years old.

WHOOP, the human performance company, has revealed that based on their current lifestyle habits, Donegal adults are more optimistic than their Dublin peers at 51 per cent. A further eight per cent believe they will live to over 95.

The research also highlights that 41 per cent of Donegal adults believe regular exercise is the single most important factor in living a long and healthy life, while nearly one in five, 18 per cent, attribute longevity to genetics or luck.

According to the research, Donegal adults do not believe that good sleep has any impact on long term health, at zero per cent. Amongst local adults, physical activity levels vary, with over a third, 35 per cent, admitting to not exercising, while more than a quarter, 26 per cent, manage at least 30 minutes of moderate activity, five days a week.

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Commenting on the research, Emily Capodilupo, Senior Vice President of Data Science and Research at WHOOP, said: “Our latest Irish research findings uncover compelling insights into how everyday habits shape not just how long we live, but how well and how strong we live. Through Healthspan, WHOOP provides members with their WHOOP Age and Pace of Aging, empowering them with the knowledge to make small, practical changes that lead to lasting health benefits. The greatest power to influence change is within our hands and within the choices we make every day.”