Scientists Find the Strength Training Sweet Spot for a Longer Life

A groundbreaking 30-year study of over 147,000 people reveals that just 90–120 minutes of strength training per week is associated with significantly lower risk of death overall, particularly from cardiovascular and neurological diseases. The research shows that this moderate amount of resistance exercise provides substantial long-term health benefits that extend far beyond muscle building. When combined with aerobic exercise, strength training produces even more powerful protective effects on mortality and disease prevention. These findings suggest that people don't need excessive workout hours to achieve major health improvements—making fitness goals more achievable for busy populations.