Resistance Exercise Training in Individuals With and Without Cardiovascular Disease: 2023 Update: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association
Barry Callebaut (Belgium) · Centro de Investigacion Principe Felipe · +2 more institutions
Abstract
Resistance training not only can improve or maintain muscle mass and strength, but also has favorable physiological and clinical effects on cardiovascular disease and risk factors. This scientific statement is an update of the previous (2007) American Heart Association scientific statement regarding resistance training and cardiovascular disease. Since 2007, accumulating evidence suggests resistance training is a safe and effective approach for improving cardiovascular health in adults with and without cardiovascular disease. This scientific statement summarizes the benefits of resistance training alone or in combination with aerobic training for improving traditional and nontraditional cardiovascular disease…
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- 80.86
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- 100%
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- 103
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10Topics & keywords
- Medicine
- Disease
- Resistance training
- Physical therapy
- Statement (logic)
- Cardiovascular health
- Heart disease
- Internal medicine
- Good health and well-being