Garmin study links daily activity to increased happiness

A new study from Oxford and Harvard suggests a strong link between daily activity and happiness. The study used Garmin fitness technology to analyze data from participants. Early findings indicate that both physical activity and sleep can improve happiness and reduce stress. Garmin's research is considered the first large-scale study to explore these connections. Researchers aim to find out what affects happiness and well-being by looking at data from smartwatches and smartphones. Although these results are promising, they still need support from a larger upcoming global study. The findings show that daily activity and adequate sleep are closely linked to greater happiness. Additionally, as people age, their emotional stability tends to improve. Participants enjoyed tracking their feelings, which contributed to the study's high retention rate. The study revealed that respondents felt happiest when participating in social activities, like spending time with family or friends. Garmin also shared a graph that shows the connection between happiness and burning calories. The good news is that burning calories can boost happiness. The not-so-good news is that to feel happier, one must engage in activities that burn calories. Researchers plan to expand their study to include 10,000 people worldwide. Participants will be asked three times a day about their happiness levels and activities. This data will be compared with metrics from Garmin devices to explore the relationship between sleep, activity, and happiness.