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Study: Resistance Training Outperforms Running for Blood Sugar Control

11/7/2025

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Virginia Tech's Fralin Biomedical Research Institute reports resistance training may be more effective than running for controlling blood sugar and preventing diabetes in mice on a high-fat diet.
The study compared endurance exercise with resistance training; both improved health, but weightlifting produced greater fat loss and insulin signaling.
Researchers say strength training could be a viable alternative for those unable to do endurance exercise, and combining both types is advised.

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Virginia Tech's Fralin Biomedical Research Institute reports resistance training may be more effective than running for controlling blood sugar and preventing diabetes in mice on a high-fat diet.
The study compared endurance exercise with resistance training; both improved health, but weightlifting produced greater fat loss and insulin signaling.
Researchers say strength training could be a viable alternative for those unable to do endurance exercise, and combining both types is advised.