We all know that weightlifting is great for building muscle—and it has fantastic potential to improve (and maintain) bone strength. But what you might not know is that recent research suggests that weightlifting has the potential to boost your memory, tighten your focus and improve overall brain function. BRB—I’m headed to the gym!
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The findings, which were published last year, were quite interesting. Researchers conducted a study of studies (called a meta-analysis), pulling together research articles that looked at cognitive function in healthy adults aged 55 years and older when they exercised. The study included various forms of exercise: resistance training, aerobic exercise, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), physical and mental training (such as Tai Chi), or multi-modal exercise (a workout that includes multiple exercise styles like cardio, weights and balance).
Compared to control groups, the researchers found that all types of exercise improved cognitive function. But strength training—and specifically twice a week for 45 minutes for 12 weeks—had the most significant impact on overall brain function.
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