Exercise Habit May Slash Dementia Risk and Help You Live Longer, Study Finds

A Harvard study of over 147,000 adults found that 90 to 119 minutes of weekly strength training was linked to a 13% lower risk of death from any cause. This discovery offers a practical, accessible path to improved longevity and cognitive health for the general population. The findings underscore the critical importance of physical activity in preventing dementia and extending life expectancy.