Health claim
“Regular strength training 3–4 times per week adds roughly 2–3 years to healthspan by preserving muscle mass.”
Claim checked — strong evidenceLow riskexercise
Evidence Summary
Multiple well-designed studies consistently support this claim.
Observational studies consistently link higher resistance training frequency with lower mortality and functional decline.
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