Prevent Alzheimer's with Resistance Training: Here's How

RESISTANCE TRAINING AND BRAIN HEALTH fore preventing Alzheimers🧠
Reference: Mediation of Cognitive Function Improvements by Strength Gains After Resistance Training in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment: Outcomes of the Study of Mental and Resistance Training. PMID: 28304092
Discover the incredible benefits of strength training for brain health in this informative video. Learn how resistance training can help you stay sharp, enhance your memory, live longer, and even prevent Alzheimer's disease. Dive into a clinical trial that examined the effects of resistance training on a group of individuals with mild cognitive impairment, and the remarkable results they achieved. Explore the connection between resistance training, cognitive function improvement, neuroplasticity, and the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factors (BDNF). Get inspired to include supervised resistance training and weightlifting in your exercise routine to boost brain resilience and overall well-being. Don't miss out on this powerful strategy for maintaining cognitive health.
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[@jimbo6993]

I’m in my 60’s, and am a big believer in strength training, but unfortunately, I see very few older people working out. It’s good to see some research on the cognitive benefits of resistance training.

[@kwikitti]

My current favorite resistance exercise: I am slowly learning how to do pistol squats. I still have to hold onto my raised forefoot with 2-3 fingers of my same side hand in order to stabilize myself sufficiently to complete one squat using the other leg. I find even just doing one slowly with each leg is quite challenging and requires much concentration. No equipment is needed, making it a perfect exercise "snack" that i can do when I've been sitting for a while. And it's intense enough that doing just a couple 2-3 times a day has been improving my lower extremity muscle strength. I hope to eventually be able to do "real" pistol squats without holding onto my raised foot.

[@fcsolis]

Oh, goody. I go up and down 8 flights of stairs at work many times a day every work day. Doing so works my legs and lower body, doesn't it. Thank you.

[@GreenTurtle181]

Wow! Thats amazing research, Must do some resistance training!

[@tealeh2]

yes... Barbara Walters worked resistance training with trainers..

[@993rizk]

Is there a difference when it comes to machine workouts vs free weights in the prevention of dementia and the general health benefits attributed to resistance training?
I get free weights for maximum muscle hypertrophy but I am strictly asking for the health benefits. Cheers!

[@fcsolis]

I'm thinking the use of machines is safer than free weights for older people.