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#133 // The Fountain of Youth (Lifting Weights and Depression, Cognition, Metabolic & Cardiovascular Health, and More)

Fitness Stuff (for normal people)

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Strength Training and Mental Wellness

This chapter examines the unexpected benefits of weightlifting on cardiovascular health, highlighting its positive impacts on heart function and other vital metrics. The speakers address the intertwined relationship between physical activity and mental health, discussing how resistance training can alleviate symptoms of depression and improve overall well-being. Personal experiences with depression are shared, emphasizing the importance of fitness routines as a coping mechanism and the nuances of motivation during challenging times.

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