Study Links Weekly Strength Training to Longer Life and Reduced Disease Risk

New research indicates that engaging in 90 to 119 minutes of strength training or weightlifting per week can significantly lower the risk of all-cause death by 13% and heart disease risk by 19%, suggesting a link to a longer life.

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Why this matters

This study provides further evidence for the health benefits of strength training, offering specific guidance on optimal duration. It could encourage more individuals to incorporate resistance exercises into their routines, potentially improving public health outcomes.

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A study found a link between weekly weightlifting and a longer life
The 'sweet spot' for resistance training is 90 to 119 minutes per week
This amount of training is linked to a 13% lower risk of all-cause death
This amount of training is linked to a 19% lower risk of heart disease

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90 to 119 minutes per week of resistance training is linked to a 13% lower risk of all-cause death.

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90 to 119 minutes per week of resistance training is linked to a 19% lower risk of heart disease.

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Fox NewsMixed57d ago

Weekly weightlifting sweet spot may be linked to longer life, study finds

Research suggests 90 to 119 minutes per week of resistance training is linked to a 13% lower risk of all-cause death and 19% lower heart disease risk.

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YahooMostly Factual57d ago