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Lift Your Way to a Longer Life
23 Jun
Summary
- 90-120 minutes weekly strength training cut death risk by 13%.
- Weightlifting significantly lowers risk of cardiovascular death.
- Muscle's role in sugar control and inflammation is key.
New findings indicate that strength training significantly contributes to a longer lifespan. Engaging in 90 to 120 minutes of weekly muscle-strengthening activities was linked to a 13% reduction in the risk of dying from any cause.
This benefit was particularly pronounced for major health threats. Cardiovascular disease deaths saw a 19% decrease, while neurological conditions, primarily dementia, showed a 27% reduction in mortality risk.
Muscle is a metabolically active tissue that aids in blood sugar management and releases beneficial myokines. These myokines help reduce chronic inflammation and facilitate communication between various bodily organs, promoting overall health.
Combining strength training with aerobic exercise yielded the most significant results, reducing overall death risk by approximately 45%. This suggests a synergistic effect where both types of exercise work best together for maximum health benefits.
