Weekly Strength Training Reduces Mortality Risk by 13 Percent
Summary
Weekly strength training for 90 to 120 minutes can reduce the risk of death from any cause by 13 percent and significantly lower risks of heart and nerve-related diseases.
Key Points
- Weekly strength training for 90 to 120 minutes reduces mortality risk by up to 13 percent.
- Combining strength training with aerobic exercise increases health benefits.
- Strength training reduces death risk due to heart disease by up to 19 percent.
- Death risk from nerve diseases decreases by up to 27 percent with regular strength training.
