Scientists found the strength training sweet spot for a longer life

[Asia Joe]

Just 90–120 minutes of strength training a week may deliver some of the biggest long-term health rewards, according to a study tracking more than 147,000 people for 30 years. That amount was linked to lower risks of death overall, particularly from cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Combining strength workouts with aerobic exercise produced even stronger benefits.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260611024609.htm

All the YouTubers I watch on longevity agree, we need to be doing strength workouts. 

 

[phkrause]

Strength training

For women, cardio has been king — or should we say queen? — for decades. New awareness of the health benefits of building muscle has led more of them to start lifting weights.