UNBREAKABLE: HOW STRENGTHENING THE BODY STRENGTHENS THE MIND | Susanne Meisch | TEDxEDHECNice

Health & Wellness Benefits - Strength training combats age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia), which typically begins between 30 and 40 years old at a rate of approximately 1% per year [1] - Strength training enhances mental well-being by potentially reducing anxiety, depression, and stress [2][15] - Strength training increases bone density, lowering the risk of osteoporosis, unlike high-level cardio which may decrease bone density [12] - Strength training elevates brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), improving neuroplasticity, memory, concentration, and attention, while also potentially lowering the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia [12][13][14][15] Psychological Resilience - Strength training regulates the body's stress response by teaching it to adapt to physical stress [16] - Resistance training builds resilience through three stages: consciousness, control, and confidence [16][17] - Cultivating curiosity through strength training fosters a growth mindset, transforming perceived threats into challenges [18] Practical Application - The industry encourages incorporating strength training using various methods, including body weight exercises, dumbbells, or even household items [19]