Resistance Training Found More Effective Than Running for Diabetes Prevention
A study by the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC has found that resistance training may be more effective than running in reducing the risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes. The research, conducted on mice, showed that weightlifting led to greater reductions in subcutaneous and visceral fat, improved glucose tolerance, and enhanced insulin sensitivity compared to endurance exercise. The study used a novel mouse model to mimic resistance training, where mice had to lift a weighted lid to access food, simulating a squat-like movement. This research provides new insights into the metabolic benefits of resistance exercise over endurance exercise. 
