Middle-age strength training cuts diabetes risk

A study has revealed that engaging in strength training in middle age reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 42 percent. The research tracked over 143,000 individuals for 19 years. The findings showed that committing to resistance exercises for two hours a week decreases the likelihood of diabetes by 27 percent, while maintaining consistency in these workouts increases the protective effect to 42 percent—especially when combined with aerobic exercises and efforts to reduce a sedentary lifestyle. Researchers recommend including strength training as part of diabetes prevention measures.

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