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Weight training improves seniors’ cognitive abilities: research [MSN]

Weight training improves seniors’ cognitive abilities: research [MSN]

TORONTO – We’re not talking about bulking up like a champion weightlifter, but research shows resistance training can be good for seniors, slowing cognitive decline while improving their strength and mobility. Previous research has found that aerobic exercise such as walking and swimming can help keep people mentally sharp as they age, yet few have […]

Physical Activity Associated With Healthier Aging: Links Between Exercise and Cognitive Function, Bone Density and Overall Health [ScienceDaily]

Physical Activity Associated With Healthier Aging: Links Between Exercise and Cognitive Function, Bone Density and Overall Health [ScienceDaily]

Physical activity appears to be associated with a reduced risk or slower progression of several age-related conditions as well as improvements in overall health in older age, according to a commentary and four articles published in the January 25 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals. Exercise has previously been linked […]

Senior man lifting weights

How weight lifting can help to stave off dementia [DailyMail.co.uk]

Pensioners should start pumping iron if they want to keep Alzheimer’s at bay, scientists said last night. A study found lifting weights can improve cognitive function in those aged between 65 and 75. Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose, assistant professor of medicine at the University of British Columbia in Canada, said: ‘We were able to demonstrate after […]