Intermittent Fasting May Enhance Resistance Training Effects on the Body Composition of Obese Males, Without Affecting Muscular Strength and Anabolic Index - PubMed
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- Intermittent fasting (IF) combined with resistance training (RT) enhances body composition in obese males without affecting muscular strength or anabolic index.
- The study involved 20 obese males (BMI 30-36 kg/m²) aged 20-30, split into control (regular diet) and IF (4:3 IF) groups, all undergoing RT 3 days/week for 8 weeks.
- Results showed the IF/RT group lost twice as much weight and fat, improved arm and chest measurements, and reduced waist circumference compared to the control group.
- Testosterone levels and muscle strength improved with RT, with no significant differences between the IF/RT and control groups.
- The study concludes IF may boost RT efficacy in obese males without negative impacts on strength or anabolic status.