Episode #268: Lifting Weights and Heart Disease

5 snips

Jan 16, 2024

This podcast explores the relationship between lifting weights and heart disease, discussing the benefits of resistance training in improving body composition, strength, sleep quality, and reducing diabetes risk. It delves into the effects of resistance training on cholesterol levels and heart health, as well as its impact on cardiovascular disease risk factors. The safety of resistance training for the heart is emphasized, along with recommendations for exercises. The podcast also explores concurrent training and its impact on muscle hypertrophy and strength development.

Ask episode

Chapters

Transcript

Episode notes

Introduction

00:00 • 4min

Effects of Resistance Training on Cholesterol Levels and Heart Health

04:11 • 6min

The Impact of Resistance Training on Cardiovascular Disease Risk

10:39 • 4min

Safety and Benefits of Resistance Training for the Heart

14:53 • 10min

Concurrent Training: Impact on Muscle Hypertrophy and Strength Development

25:01 • 4min