Does the thought of going to the gym give you nightmares? Well, a new study shows that avoiding working out could contribute to an early grave.

A study by the University of Michigan has found that people with a lower muscle mass are more likely to have a lower life expectancy compared to their stronger peers.

The study found that people with a lower muscle mass are 50 per cent more likely to die early. 

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