How Lifting Weights Improves Cardiovascular Health (Better Than Cardio?) | Ep 440

How Lifting Weights Improves Cardiovascular Health (Better Than Cardio?) | Ep 440

Author: Philip Pape, Evidence-Based Nutrition Coach & Fat Loss Expert February 16, 2026 Duration: 38:45
You've been told cardio is for a healthy heart and lifting weights is for building muscle. But what if strength training is itself a form of cardio? What if you're ignoring one of the most effective tools for lowering blood pressure, improving cholesterol, and reducing your risk of heart disease? Philip breaks down the evidence showing that strength training lowers blood pressure on par with first-line medication, improves HDL and LDL cholesterol, enhances insulin sensitivity, and reduces vis...

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