Resistance Training, Aerobic Activity, Television Viewing, and Risk of Major Cardiovascular Events in U.S. Women - PubMed
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- Women performing ≥2 hours/week of resistance training had a 20% lower risk of major cardiovascular events compared to no training.
- Each additional hour of resistance training per week was associated with a 5% lower risk of major CVD.
- The association was stronger for myocardial infarction (44% lower risk for ≥2 h/wk) but not significant for stroke.
- Combining recommended aerobic activity, resistance training, and low TV viewing lowered CVD risk more than aerobic and low TV alone.
- Greater consistency in resistance training (≥75% of follow-up) and training both upper and lower limbs enhanced benefits.