New research suggests that kettlebell training could be a key factor in maintaining muscle strength as people age. The study found that a kettlebell training program led to improvements in muscle mass, grip strength, and upper leg strength in adults aged 60 to 80, even those with no prior resistance training experience.
Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content.A kettlebell is a cast iron or steel ball with a rounded handle that can be used in a variety of lifts and squats.
The findings suggest that it’s never too late in life to start a new exercise routine for health benefits. For the study, adults aged 60 to 80 enrolled in a “Strength After Sixty” program at a local gym. The program involved 12 months of kettlebell training, with two sessions per week at a rate of perceived exertion of 7 out of 10.
KETLEBELL TRAINING AGING MUSCLE STRENGTH EXERCISE INFLAMMATION
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Why Sparkling Water May (Or May Not) Help You Lose WeightChalk up a partial win for health influencers who tout the slimming benefits of sparkling waters.
Read more »
Karate Kid: Legends May Not Recreate Iconic 'Jacket On, Jacket Off' TrainingKarate Kid: Legends, the upcoming film in the Karate Kid franchise, is unlikely to feature the iconic 'Jacket On, Jacket Off' training sequence from the 2010 reboot. The film is expected to focus more on connections with the original Karate Kid movies and the 2010 reboot, paying homage to Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han's past fighting journeys. While exploring a new up-and-coming fighter, Karate Kid: Legends will also incorporate themes of self-improvement and the transformative power of martial arts.
Read more »
OurCalling looks for help getting people out of the cold: How you can helpThe Dallas homeless ministry, OurCalling, is working to get as many people as possible off the streets and into the shelters that nonprofits and the city have opened.
Read more »
Album donation drive: Help this record shop help fire evacuees find their musicRecord Safari in Los Angeles is accepting donations, both “new and used”; find how to contribute.
Read more »
Sean McVay is wary of monitoring scores as others may help Rams clinch playoff spotSean McVay is sticking to a routine preparing for his next game, trying to ignore Sunday scores that could clinch a playoff spot for the Rams.
Read more »
Diet and Exercise May Help Slow Biological AgingRecent studies suggest that certain diet and exercise regimens, like following a plant-based diet and engaging in regular physical activity, might help reduce a person's biological age.
Read more »