Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back Pain Relief.”
For decades, the prescription for better heart health has centered around aerobic exercise and moving more: Get in your steps and avoid sitting too much. That advice isn’t wrong, but new research suggests another important piece of the puzzle.
A recent study found that women who regularly engaged in strength training, also known as resistance training, had a lower risk of major cardiovascular disease, particularly heart attacks.
Women who performed two or more hours of resistance training weekly had a 20% lower risk of major cardiovascular disease and a 44% lower risk of heart attacks compared with those who did none.
To help women reap the heart benefits of strength training, I’ve created an easy-to-follow strength routine that reflects the report’s findings. Read on to learn why and how to start integrating resistance training into your weekly fitness regimen.
