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Weightlifting Beats Running for Blood Sugar Control in Mice

11/5/2025

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Virginia Tech researchers find weightlifting may be more effective than running for blood sugar control in mice on a high-fat diet.
They developed a unique weightlifting model for mice that reduced visceral fat and improved insulin sensitivity versus running.
The study emphasizes incorporating both resistance and endurance training for optimal metabolic health, and experts say human studies are needed to confirm applicability.

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Virginia Tech researchers find weightlifting may be more effective than running for blood sugar control in mice on a high-fat diet.
They developed a unique weightlifting model for mice that reduced visceral fat and improved insulin sensitivity versus running.
The study emphasizes incorporating both resistance and endurance training for optimal metabolic health, and experts say human studies are needed to confirm applicability.