Key result
Moderate-frequency resistance training lowers SBP by ~5 mmHg and improves insulin resistance in overweight adults.
Why the study?
Resistance training manages cardiometabolic risk factors, but the impact of moderate-frequency resistance training (two to three times weekly) in adults with overweight and obesity remains unclear.
Does moderate-frequency resistance training improve cardiometabolic risk factors in adults with overweight and obesity?
Comparison
Moderate-frequency resistance training vs non-exercise control or usual care
Design
Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Authors
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Supports moderate-frequency resistance training in overweight/obese adults for cardiometabolic risk reduction; confirms benefits across RCTs.
Meta-Analysis
Does moderate-frequency resistance training improve cardiometabolic risk factors in adults with overweight and obesity?
Effect estimate: MD -4.66 mmHg (95% CI -9.34 to 0.02)
p-value: p=0.01
Moderate-frequency resistance training (2-3 times weekly) significantly improves cardiometabolic risk factors, including blood pressure and insulin resistance, in adults with overweight and obesity.
Wu et al. (2024) conducted a meta-analysis in Overweight and obesity. Moderate-frequency resistance training vs. Non-exercise control or usual care was evaluated on Systolic blood pressure (MD -4.66 mmHg, 95% CI -9.34 to 0.02, p=0.01). Moderate-frequency resistance training significantly reduced systolic blood pressure by 4.66 mmHg (95% CI -9.34 to 0.02; p=0.01) and improved insulin resistance in adults with overweight and obesity.
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