People Who Do Strength Training Live Longer — and Better

A new study has found that people who engage in strength training have a lower risk of dying from any cause, and also have a lower risk of dying from cancer or cardiovascular disease. The study finds that strength training may add more years to your life — and those years may be a high-quality one

The study, which was conducted by researchers at the Mayo Clinic, found that people who did strength training had a 23% lower risk of dying over a period of 20 years, compared to those who didn’t pump iron. And, perhaps not surprisingly, the benefits were most pronounced in those who were already physically active.

In other words, if you’re going to do strength training, you may as well go all in.

The study also found that people who did strength training had a 26% lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and a 19% lower risk of dying from cancer.

So what’s the secret behind the longevity-boosting benefits of strength training? The researchers believe it has to do with the fact that strength training can help improve your body composition, increase your muscle mass, and reduce your body fat. All of these things can help improve your health and reduce your risk of chronic diseases.

If you’re looking for a way to live a longer and healthier life, strength training is a great place to start. Just 30 to 60 minutes sessions 2 - 3 times per week increased life expectancy by 10 to 17 percent. The study, which was published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, followed more than 30,000 adults over the course of two decades. The participants were all part of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.

But that’s not all. The study also found that resistance exercise was associated with a lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, cancer, and other causes. In fact, people who did resistance exercise had a 23 percent lower risk of dying from any cause during the study period.

So what is resistance exercise? It includes activities like lifting weights, using resistance bands, and doing bodyweight exercises like pushups and squats. Basically, anything that makes your muscles work harder than they normally would is considered resistance exercise.

"Our study provides strong evidence that there are significant health benefits to be gained by including strength training as part of a healthy lifestyle," said lead author Dr. Scott Lear. "This is especially true for people who are overweight or obese, as they are at an increased risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer."

So what are you waiting for? Get lifting!

Anti-Aging Benefits of Strength Training

We all know that exercise is good for us. It helps improve our cardiovascular health, helps to control our weight, and can even improve our mood. But did you know that strength training can also have significant anti-aging benefits?

The benefits of strength training go beyond just physical health. Studies have also shown that strength training can help improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. So if you're looking for ways to stay young and healthy well into your golden years, be sure to add some strength training to your workout routine!

You’ll keep your brain healthy

A recent study found that people who did strength training had better cognitive function than those who didn’t.

The study, which was published in the journal Neurology, followed more than 11,000 adults over the age of 50 for six years. The participants were given tests of their thinking and memory skills at the beginning of the study and again at the end. The researchers found that the people who did strength training had better scores on the tests at the end of the study than those who didn’t.

Whether you're looking to live a long and healthy life, or just want to feel your best, strength training is a great option. It has been shown to improve memory and brain function, increase lifespan and protect against age-related diseases. Plus, it can help reduce the risk of injuries. So what are you waiting for? Start lifting!