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Strength Training Is Linked to Longevity, 30-Year Study Finds

Researchers found 90 to 120 minutes of weekly strength training was linked to a 13% lower risk of death, with bigger gains when paired with cardio.

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According to a recent study, significant health benefits do not require long-term training.

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Strength training could prolong life without requiring hours in the gym. A moderate weekly dose is enough to significantly reduce the risk of early death. Science has just quantified this benefit. Strength training greatly reduces the risk of early death Lifting weights twice a week really changes the chances of living longer. A team of American researchers measured this link on a cohort of unprecedented magnitude. The result marks a breakthroug…

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newstarget.com broke the news on Monday, June 22, 2026.
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