resistance training (weight training)

Introduction

Exercise against resistance or with weights.

Also see physical conditioning.

Indications

• may reduce risk for metabolic syndrome, independent of aerobic exercise ;

* >= twice a week

Contraindications

• vitamin D (2000 IU/day), omega-3 fatty acids (1 g/day), &/or strength-training does not reduce blood pressure (systolic or diastolic) or prevent cognitive impairment in healthy adults > 70 years of age

Notes

• ability to do 40 pushups associated with lower 10 year cardiovascular risk than only able to do < 10 (RR=0,04)

More general terms

• exercise