India, July 3 -- Women who lift weights may have a lower risk of major heart disease, especially when combined with aerobic exercise, according to a new study published today in JACC, the flagship journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Findings show that heart health is better understood by looking at overall movement habits, rather than focusing on single behaviours alone, and resistance training can result in additional health benefits when incorporated into an active lifestyle.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death worldwide, making accessible prevention strategies more important than ever. Aerobic activities such as brisk walking, jogging, cycling and swimming are well established to help prevent ca...