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This meta-analysis of 10 studies found that resistance training (any amount) was associated with a 15% reduction in overall mortality. Maximum risk reduction of 27% was seen with about 60 minutes of resistance training a week. Benefits diminished at higher volumes. Resistance Training and Mortality Risk: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis    (retrieved Oct, 2022). There are currently 1090 pearls in the database. While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, mistakes can and do occur. Use databank at your own risk. All pearls © 2024 by the Internet Medical Association. Click Here to view more medical pearls.