Effects of Moderate-Frequency Resistance Training on Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Adults With Overweight or Obesity: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - PubMed
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- Moderate-frequency resistance training (RT) (2-3 sessions/week) was studied for its effects on cardiometabolic risk factors in adults with overweight or obesity.
- RT significantly reduced diastolic blood pressure, LDL-C, and triglycerides, but showed no significant effects on systolic blood pressure, mean arterial pressure, waist circumference, glycemic markers, total cholesterol, or HDL-C.
- Subgroup analyses indicated larger improvements in LDL-C and triglycerides when RT was combined with dietary control.
- The study concludes that moderate-frequency RT inconsistently improves cardiometabolic risk factors, suggesting it as a complementary strategy in multimodal lifestyle interventions, especially when combined with dietary control.