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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Chelsea Ritschel

Researchers unlock secret for longer life and it can take as little as four hours a week

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New research reminds older adults to integrate strength training into their exercise regimens: The workouts result in a longer lifespan when combined with aerobic exercise.

According to current physical health guidelines outlined by the US Department of Health and Human Services, adults should do at least two days of strength training and two and a half hours of moderate to vigorous aerobic physical activity each week.

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