Exercise is linked to a longer life. Strength training, for instance, is associated with up to four years greater lifespan, while one paper found that a combination of weight lifting and aerobic exercise resulted in the best longevity gains.
Speaking to HuffPost UK, Dr Harpal Bains, a longevity doctor and medical director at Harpal Clinic, seemed to agree with those findings.
“Exercise is one of the most powerful investments women can make in their future health,” she said.
“The key is consistency: moving regularly, avoiding long periods of inactivity and making sure exercise supports the four pillars of healthy ageing: cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility and stability.”
She suggested that, for longevity, women shouldn’t rely on cardio alone.
“Strength training is one of the most important things women can do because muscle supports metabolism, bone dens...
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