resistance training
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of resistance training
First recorded in 1980–85
Example Sentences
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The nurse practitioner who prescribed Robinson the medication didn’t warn her that resistance training is essential to maintaining muscle mass, Robinson said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
"Physical activity, such as resistance training, is important to counteract potential negative effects on muscle strength," he added.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Choose a resistance training routine that fits your lifestyle and stick with it over time.
From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026
Hamilton worries that if a woman believes she should rest for two weeks out of the month, she might miss the resistance training crucial for bone health and longevity.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026
It works though: A 2015 study showed that consistent resistance training over six months led to significant improvements in bone mineral density in the lumbar spine, particularly in postmenopausal women.
From Slate • Feb. 27, 2025
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