The systematic review and meta-analysis titled “Resistance training effectiveness on body composition and body weight outcomes in individuals with overweight and obesity across the lifespan” examines the impact of resistance-based exercise programs on individuals with overweight and obesity. The study provides evidence supporting the effectiveness of these programs, especially when combined with caloric restriction, in improving body composition and reducing body weight.
Key Findings:
- Effectiveness of Resistance Training: Resistance-based exercise programs are effective in improving body composition and should be considered as part of a multicomponent therapy program for individuals with overweight or obesity.
- Impact of Combined Exercise and Caloric Restriction: Reductions in regional adiposity and body weight measures were observed following combined resistance and aerobic exercise programs that included caloric restriction.
- Recommendation for Multicomponent Therapy: Considering the similar effect on fat and weight loss and the unique effect on lean mass, resistance training rather than aerobic exercise alone should be considered within any multicomponent fat loss prescription for individuals with overweight or obesity.
In conclusion, this study provides evidence that resistance-based exercise programs are effective and should be considered as part of a multicomponent therapy program when caloric restriction is utilized in adults with overweight or obesity. Considering the similar effect on fat and weight loss and unique effect on lean mass, resistance training rather than aerobic exercise alone should be considered within any multicomponent fat loss prescription for individuals with overweight/obesity.
Source: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/obr.13428
