EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM RESISTANCE TRAINING ON SERUM LEPTIN LEVELS IN OBESE ADOLESCENTS.

Authors :: Lau, Patrick W. C.
Zhaowei Kong
Choung-rak Choi
Yu, Clare C. W.
Chan, Dorothy F. Y.
Sung, Rita Y. T.
Leung, Beeto W. C.
Source :: Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness; 2010, Vol. 8 Issue 1, p54-60, 7p, 3 Charts, 1 Graph
Publication Year :: 2010
Abstract: This article presents a study which examined the effects of a short-term resistance training program on serum leptin concentrations in obese adolescents. The research involves 18 Chinese obese adolescents who had undergone resistance training three times a week on alternate days for six weeks. Results revealed that short-term resistance training enhances muscle strength but does not alter leptin levels.

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