Associations of weightlifting and aerobic activity with mortality

To cite: Gorzelitz J, Trabert B, Katki HA, et al. Independent and joint associations of weightlifting and aerobic activity with all-cause, cardiovascular disease and cancer mortality in the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial. Br J Sports Med.
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While much is known about the benefits of aerobic activity on mortality risk, the specific benefits of weightlifting on mortality are less clear. This study analyses data from a large prospective cohort (the Prostate, Lung, Colon and Ovarian trial) to measure the association of weightlifting (both with and without aerobic activity) on mortality in approximately 100,000 older adults. The study found that whether weightlifting was done alone or together with aerobic activity, it was associated with lower all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality risk. These findings highlight the importance of adding weightlifting, regardless of aerobic exercise levels, to physical activity routines.