Arnold Schwarzenegger has always been a strong supporter of engaging in any form of physical activity to maintain good health and follow a balanced food regimen. These beneficial behaviors will improve a person’s physical and mental well-being.
Recently, in his newsletter, the bodybuilder sent out another message to his ‘village’ members about the importance of weight training, stating that without it, they will miss out on numerous advantages. While discussing such a regime, the bodybuilder points out a significant benefit, writing:
“Research suggests that any amount of weight training reduces your mortality risk.”
The Austrian Oak cites a scientific study in which researchers examined the activities of 216,000 adults over a 15-year period. However, the results were fully in favor of those who chose weight training, as it was associated with a lower chance of mortality from any cause, including cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Aside from strength training, the bodybuilder reveals an intriguing characteristic of resistance training, which builds muscle strength by forcing an individual’s muscles to operate against a weight or force, as he writes:
“This adds to prior research that found resistance training for 60 minutes per week was associated with a 33 percent reduction in mortality risk, and another study found a 31 percent reduction in cancer mortality.”
The bodybuilder also stated that 75% of the participants in the research study did not engage in any resistance training, despite the aforementioned benefits. As a result, he strongly advises anyone to take up any form of weight training because it will significantly improve their health compared to those who do not.
The Austrian Oak additionally informs his ‘village’ members that there is no age limit for starting their fitness adventure, and they may join in whenever they decide.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Outlines the Positive Impacts of Exercise on Aging
Arnold Schwarzenegger emphasizes that there is no age limit for anyone to begin their fitness journey, as even if they don’t start until their 70s, they may counteract the ravages of aging with any type of physical exercise.
He also mentions a study in which two unique groups were divided, with one following a regular fitness program in their daily routine and the other remaining stationary with their typical habits.
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The researchers then observed them for more than a year, and the findings revealed that the non-exercise group had worse aerobic endurance, strength, and mobility. However, the exercise group reversed the negative effects and demonstrated significant improvements in all three aforementioned categories.
