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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Camilla Foster

Can more exercise help you sleep better?

From reducing anxiety to regulating your circadian rhythm, the benefits of exercise extend far beyond physical fitness (Alamy/PA) -

Researchers found that lifting weights in later life may enhance our sleep quality and reduce insomnia.

The study, published in Family Medicine and Community Health, analysed data from 24 clinical trials involving 2,045 individuals aged 60 and older. Researchers examined the effects of various types of exercise on sleep and found that strength/resistance training was the most effective at reducing insomnia.

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