In part 1 of “Resistance Training for Older Adults: 12 Evidence-Based Reasons” I outlined some of the benefits to health that have been shown to occur as a result of partaking in regular resistance training exercise. The scientific evidence supporting the inclusion of resistance training as part of a healthy lifestyle is now indisputable. Whilst…
What are benefits of resistance training for older adults? Increases longevity and improves quality of life Helps manage hypertension and decreases heart disease Enhances sleep quality and quantity Prevents/treats type 2 diabetes & decreases inflammation Prevents cognitive decline & neurodegenerative disease Improves mental health Enhances skeletal health Maintains or increases lean body mass (muscle) Increases strength, power,…
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“Intense resistance training without adequate aerobic endurance exercise may not be good for your cardiovascular health” FitGreyStrong 2019 The aorta (the largest artery in the body and that which sits at the top of the left ventricle, the heart’s muscular pumping chamber) can be assessed for arterial stiffness (the stiffer it is, the worst the prognosis)…