Did you know that something as simple as hanging from a bar for just 2 minutes a day could have significant benefits for your health and longevity? It’s true!
First of all, hanging from a bar can help improve your grip strength, which is important for maintaining independence as you age. Strong grip strength has been linked to a lower risk of falls and a higher quality of life in older adults (1).
But the benefits of hanging from a bar don’t stop there. It can also improve your upper body strength and posture, leading to better balance and stability. This can help prevent injuries and maintain mobility as you get older.
But perhaps most importantly, hanging from a bar can improve your overall cardiovascular health. A 2018 study found that just two minutes of hanging from a bar every day was enough to significantly improve heart rate variability in healthy young adults (2). Heart rate variability is a measure of how well your body is able to adapt to stress, and a high HRV is associated with a lower risk of heart disease and other chronic health conditions (3).
So why not give hanging from a bar a try? It’s a simple, low-impact exercise that can have a big impact on your health and longevity. And with just 2 minutes a day, it’s easy to fit into even the busiest of schedules.
LAPC:
With a history of 3 shoulder surgeries, bar hanging is an essential part of my morning routine.
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