Resistance Training

Want to Reduce Knee OA Risk? Weight Work May Help

— History of strength training tied to reduced incidence later in life by John Gever, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today October 23, 2023 People who engaged in weight lifting and other forms of strength training were less likely to develop knee pain and be diagnosed with osteoarthritis (OA) as they approached their senior years, a new […]

Effects of isometric resistance training on resting blood pressure: Individual participant data meta-analysis

Journal of Hypertension — Smart NA, Way D, Carlson D, et al. | September 05, 2019 Researchers analyzed evidence from controlled trials reporting the influence of at least 3 weeks of isometric resistance training (IRT) on resting systolic (SBP), diastolic (DBP) and mean arterial blood pressure (MAP), via a systematic exploration and individual participant data […]

Strengthening the quadriceps femoris muscle versus other knee training programs for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis

Rheumatology International pp 1–16 | Cite as Systematic Review First Online: 15 November 2018 Abstract People with knee osteoarthritis have atrophy of the muscles surrounding the knee joint. Therefore, exercise programs primarily have been focused on the strengthening of quadriceps femoris muscle (QFM). Primary aim of this systematic review was to determine which exercise increases […]

Advising Women Undergoing Treatment for Breast Cancer: A Narrative Review – Full Text Article

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine Vol. 24, No. 9-10 Dawn Lemanne, and Victoria Maizes Published Online:24 Sep 2018 https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2018.0150 Abstract A majority of women undergoing conventional treatment for breast cancer also undertake complementary and integrative approaches. Practitioners knowledgeable about the evidence base behind common integrative approaches can help patients attain improved quality of […]

Resistance Exercise Linked to Reduced Depression Symptoms

June 14, 2018 Reuters Health News People who do resistance exercises like weight lifting and strength training may experience fewer depression symptoms, a research review suggests. The study team analyzed data from 33 clinical trials that randomly assigned a total of 947 adults to participate in resistance training programs and another 930 adults to be […]

Aerobic Exercises vs Weight Lifting For Chronic Back Pain

Aerobic vs. resistance exercise for chronic non-specific low back pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis Article type: Research Article Authors: Wewege, Michael* | Booth, John | Parmenter, Belinda Affiliations: Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia Correspondence: [*] Corresponding author: Michael Wewege, Department of Exercise Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty […]

Effects of a Resistance and Stretching Training Program on Forward Head and Protracted Shoulder Posture in Adolescents (Full Text)

JMPT. January 2017 Volume 40, Issue 1, Pages 1–10 Rodrigo Miguel Ruivo, PhD AbstractGo Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of a 16-week resistance and stretching training program applied in physical education (PE) classes on forward head posture and protracted shoulder posture in Portuguese adolescents. Methods This prospective, randomized, controlled […]

Managing knee osteoarthritis with yoga or aerobic/strengthening exercise programs in older adults

Rheumatol Int. 2016 Dec 2. [Epub ahead of print] Managing knee osteoarthritis with yoga or aerobic/strengthening exercise programs in older adults: a pilot randomized controlled trial. Cheung C1, Wyman JF2, Bronas U3, McCarthy T2, Rudser K2, Mathiason MA2. Author information Abstract Although exercise is often recommended for managing osteoarthritis (OA), limited evidence-based exercise options are […]

Resistance Exercise Lifts Fatigue in Fibromyalgia

Female patients benefit from being involved in treatment planning by Diana Swift, Contributing Write August 08, 2016 “Person-centered” progressive resistance exercise boosted multiple aspects of fatigue in women with fibromyalgia, Swedish researcher reported. In the substudy in a randomized controlled trial of muscle strength, health status, and pain intensity in 130 fibromyalgia patients (ages 22-64), the mean Multidimensional Fatigue […]

Resistance Training Seems to Preserve BMD in Seniors

10.11.2015 0 COMMENTS However, modest bone loss seen with aerobic training by Nancy Walsh Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today SEATTLE — Older adults who diet and exercise are more likely to experience bone loss if they engage in aerobic training than resistance training, a researcher reported here. After 5 months, bone mineral density (BMD) showed […]

Yoga, Aerobics, Weight-Lifting Best for Healthy Sleep

Megan Brooks June 11, 2015 SEATTLE — Physical activity is well known to be associated with healthy sleep, but a new study hints that some types of physical activity might be better than others. The study showed that physical activities, such as walking, as well as aerobics/calisthenics, biking, gardening, golfing, running, weight-lifting, and yoga/Pilates, are […]

Effectiveness of small daily amounts of progressive resistance training for frequent neck/shoulder pain

Pain. 2011 Feb;152(2):440-6. doi: 10.1016/j.pain.2010.11.016. Epub 2010 Dec 21. Effectiveness of small daily amounts of progressive resistance training for frequent neck/shoulder pain: randomised controlled trial. Andersen LL, Saervoll CA, Mortensen OS, Poulsen OM, Hannerz H, Zebis MK. Abstract Regular physical exercise is a cornerstone in rehabilitation programs, but adherence to comprehensive exercise remains low. This […]

Muscle strengthening activities and fibromyalgia

April 2015 Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Volume 19, Issue 2, Pages 370–376 Muscle strengthening activities and fibromyalgia: A review of pain and strength outcomes Nicole L. Nelson, MS, LMT Summary Objective The primary aim of this review was to investigate whether fibromyalgia (FM) patients can engage in sufficient muscle strengthening activity (MSA) to […]

High-Load (lifting) versus Low-Load (motor control endurance) Exercises for Low Back Pain

Individualized Low-Load Motor Control Exercises And Education Versus A High-Load Lifting Exercise And Education To Improve Activity, Pain Intensity, And Physical Performance In Patients With Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial Authors: Björn Aasa, RPT, MaSci Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2015, Volume: 45 Issue: 2 Pages: 77-85 doi:10.2519/jospt.2015.5021 Study Design Randomized […]

Cardiovascular effects of aerobic training combined with strength exercise in patients with chronic heart failure

Cardiovascular effects of high-intensity interval aerobic training combined with strength exercise in patients with chronic heart failure. A randomized phase III clinical trial International Journal of Cardiology, 11/17/2014 Clinical Article Chrysohoou C, et al. – Aim of this work was to evaluate the effect of high–intensity interval exercise, on left ventricular function and aortic elastic […]

The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise

Front Psychol. 2014; 5: 753. Published online 2014 Jul 10. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2014.00753 PMCID: PMC4090891 PMID: 25071694 Justin C. Strickland Abstract Numerous studies have revealed the beneficial effects of regular exercise across a variety of mental health measures. Although a great deal of attention has been paid to the role of aerobic exercise, less is known […]

Resistance Training Ups Testosterone in Muscles of Older Men

Laird Harrison February 03, 2014 Full Story Resistance training can increase the production of sex steroids in the muscles of older men, a new study shows. If borne out by further research, the findings could have important implications for a wide range of conditions experienced by many aging individuals and linked to a decline in […]

Physical Activity and Breast Cancer Survivorship

EVIDENCE-BASED RECOMMENDATIONS Jennifer Brunet, MA, Catherine M. Sabiston, PhD, Sarkis Meterissian, MD, MSc, FRCS(C), FACSDisclosures Am J Lifestyle Med. 2012;6(3):224-240. ABSTRACT AND INTRODUCTION Abstract The completion of primary treatment for breast cancer has been referred to as a “teachable moment” for health behavior change, suggesting that women are receptive to receiving physical activity counseling. However, […]