Study Links 90-120 Minutes of Weekly Strength Training to Reduced Mortality Risk
90-120 weekly minutes of strength training linked to lower risk of death
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A 30-year study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine indicates that engaging in 90 to 120 minutes of strength training weekly can significantly lower the risk of death, particularly from cardiovascular and neurological diseases. The study involved 147,374 participants and highlights the importance of combining strength training with aerobic exercise.
- 01Participants who engaged in 90-119 minutes of strength training weekly had a 13% lower risk of death from any cause.
- 02Strength training was linked to a 19% lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and a 27% lower risk from neurological disease.
- 03The average age of participants at the study's start was 54, with 46% engaging in some form of strength training.
- 04Aerobic activity alone was associated with a 26-43% lower risk of death, with the lowest mortality risk observed in those combining high levels of both aerobic and strength training.
- 05The study acknowledges limitations, including reliance on self-reported data and the exclusion of certain strength training activities.
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A comprehensive 30-year study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine suggests that engaging in 90 to 120 minutes of strength training weekly is linked to a significantly lower risk of death, particularly from cardiovascular and neurological diseases. The research analyzed data from 147,374 participants, including both men and women, who reported their physical activity levels every two years. The findings revealed that those who performed 90-119 minutes of strength training experienced a 13% lower risk of death from all causes, with specific reductions of 19% for cardiovascular disease and 27% for neurological disease. While aerobic exercise has well-documented benefits, the study emphasizes the additional mortality risk reduction achieved through strength training, especially when combined with aerobic activities. However, the researchers noted limitations, such as the self-reported nature of the data and the exclusion of certain exercises. They concluded that different amounts of resistance training may be necessary to optimize health benefits across various outcomes.
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The findings suggest that incorporating strength training into weekly exercise regimens could significantly enhance public health by reducing mortality risks.
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