90-120 minutes of strength training per week may help extend lifespan - Medical News Today
A long-term study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine suggests that 90 to 120 minutes of weekly strength training is optimal for reducing mortality risk. Researchers found that combining this with aerobic activity provides the best health outcomes, with no additional benefits observed beyond the two-hour mark.
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This provides actionable, evidence-based health guidelines for the general public to improve longevity and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
A new study recently published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine helps to provide some guidance and answers to these questions.
The report summarizes scientific findings from peer-reviewed research without ideological framing.
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