Health claim

“Incorporating compound lifts like deadlifts and squats can help maintain testosterone levels in men over 40.”

Claim checked — strong evidenceHigh riskhormones

Evidence Summary

Multiple well-designed studies consistently support this claim.

Research shows that regular compound resistance training, such as deadlifts and squats, can modestly preserve or boost testosterone levels in men over 40, making the claim generally supported.

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Best 5 Moves for Men over 40!

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Incorporating compound lifts like deadlifts and squats can help maintain testosterone levels in men over 40. — Evidence Review — MenHealth Digest