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Research Spotlight: Activity levels outside of the gym influence how well you’ll respond to training

  • The study examined middle-aged individuals with obesity who were divided into three groups: a control group, an aerobic training group, and a group combining aerobic training with an additional ~3000 daily steps.
  • The intervention lasted for 24 weeks, measuring body weight, waist circumference, aerobic fitness, and blood biomarkers.
  • Results showed the group combining aerobic training with increased daily steps had significant improvements in weight loss and aerobic fitness compared to the aerobic-only group.
  • Overall, being more active outside of structured exercise sessions, such as increasing daily step counts, may enhance response to training and overall fitness outcomes.
  • This suggests that increased general activity could be beneficial for those struggling with aerobic fitness and weight loss.
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