Strength training exercise: A vital part of chronic disease prevention
Adults who do both aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercises are less likely to develop a raft of chronic diseases, researchers have found.
Research led by the University of Queensland found that both aerobic exercise and muscle-strengthening activities are crucial for preventing chronic diseases in adults. The nine-year study of over 8,000 Brisbane residents revealed that those who consistently followed guidelines for both types of exercise had a 23% lower risk of cancer, a 24% lower risk of hypertension, and a 50% lower risk of type 2 diabetes compared to those who did neither.
The Australian government suggests 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity most days and muscle-strengthening on two or more days per week. However, the study showed that only 24% of participants met both guidelines. Researchers urge public health initiatives to emphasize the importance of strength-based activities for healthy aging in middle-aged adults.
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