3 ms·

I think one would look for a mechanism for how that could work. "How could grip training increase lifespan?" I can't think of a mechanism for that effect, wher

by ekanes 6y ago

I think one would look for a mechanism for how that could work. "How could grip training increase lifespan?" I can't think of a mechanism for that effect, where something else wouldn't be probably better way to spend that effort. Like cardio training.

juniper_strong 6y ago
"Hypertension markedly increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases and overall mortality. Lifestyle modifications, such as increased levels of physical activity, are recommended as the first line of anti-hypertensive treatment. A recent systematic review showed that isometric handgrip (IHG) training was superior to traditional endurance and strength training in lowering resting systolic blood pressure (SBP)" -- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5807761/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5807761/
- ekanes 6y ago
  That is WILD. Thanks!