Exercise, and strength training in particular, works on so many different levels and body systems and occupies an important place in a long healthy life.
Mcleod et al. (2019) describe strength training as a primary countermeasure for age-related chronic diseases in their paper. This paper includes a nice graphic depicting the various mechanisms of action of strength training.
Here are the individual points again in short form:
➡️ Increased oxygen capacity
➡️ Improved body tissue composition
➡️ Increased muscle mass and strength
➡️ Improved blood pressure level
➡️ Improved immune system function
➡️ Improved regulation of blood glucose levels
➡️ Improved blood lipid levels and vascular health
➡️ Improved resilience and mobility
Source:
Mcleod, J. C., Stokes, T., & Phillips, S. M. (2019). Resistance exercise training as a primary countermeasure to age-related chronic disease. Frontiers in Physiology, 10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2019.00645
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