Deep research and expert guides on maintaining your visual health.
Introduction Lifestyle exercise is great for overall health – including eye health. In fact, moderate aerobic exercise (like walking, jogging, or cycling) tends to lower intraocular pressure (IOP), while intense straining (especially with breath-holding) can push IOP way up. For people at risk of glaucoma or optic nerve damage, it’s important to get heart-pumping cardiovascular benefits withou...
Weightlifting is a form of resistance training that uses weights or other resistance to make muscles work harder than they do at rest. It includes exercises with free weights (like dumbbells and barbells), machines, kettlebells, and even bodyweight moves such as push-ups and squats. The goal is to challenge muscles through repeated movements so they adapt by getting stronger, bigger, or more enduring. Benefits include increased muscle strength and tone, improved bone density, better balance and posture, and a higher resting metabolism that helps with weight control. Training typically happens in sets and repetitions, and gains come from gradually increasing the weight or difficulty — a principle called progressive overload. Proper form and controlled movement are more important than lifting very heavy weights, because good technique reduces injury risk. Breathing steadily during lifts and allowing rest between sessions for recovery are key practices. Beginners should consider guidance from a trainer or a reliable program to learn safe progressions and develop a consistent routine.
