resistance training (weight training)

Introduction

Exercise against resistance or with weights.

Also see physical conditioning.

Indications

• 60 minutes of weight training a week can significantly increase muscle mass
• may reduce risk for metabolic syndrome, independent of aerobic exercise
• sustained, consistent resistance training lowers risk of type 2 diabetes ;

* >= twice a week; 2-3 times/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

Procedure

• 1-3 sets of 8-12 repetitions targeting 8-10 major muscle groups

Notes

• ability to do 20-40 pushups associated with lower 10 year cardiovascular risk than only able to do < 10 (RR=0.04)

More general terms

• exercise