An international study involving specialists from Harvard University showed that regular strength training can significantly reduce the risk of premature death. Moreover, a noticeable positive effect is observed even with relatively small loads.
An international group of researchers, including scientists from Harvard and specialists from Brazil, Chile, and South Korea, concluded that strength training can play an important role in increasing lifespan. This was reported by the publication Vietnam.vn.
The study was based on data from 147,374 people, with an average age of 54 years. For 30 years, the researchers tracked the physical activity levels of participants, paying special attention to strength exercises and cardio workouts.
The analysis showed that one and a half to two hours of strength training per week, or about 17 minutes a day, is associated with a 13% reduction in the risk of premature death.
Additionally, individuals who regularly performed weight training had a 19% lower risk of death from cardiovascular diseases, and a 27% lower mortality rate related to nervous system diseases.
Researchers also found that even about ten minutes of strength training a day can provide significant benefits. Such physical activity was linked to a 12% reduction in the risk of death from cancer.
According to the scientists, the positive effect of strength exercises may be related to improved metabolism, maintenance of muscle mass, strengthening of the cardiovascular system, and reduction of chronic inflammation in the body.
The results of the study indicate that to gain benefits, it is not necessary to spend hours in the gym. Even a few short strength training sessions per week can help strengthen health and reduce the risk of serious diseases, as well as contribute to an increased lifespan.
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