How resistance training affects fat metabolism in obese postmenopausal women
Resistance Training Modulation of Fat Metabolism in Obese Postmenopausal Women
This study is looking at how different types of exercise, like lifting weights versus doing cardio, affect how your body breaks down fat if you're an obese woman who has gone through menopause, to help find better ways to manage weight.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11099983 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how resistance training influences fat metabolism in obese postmenopausal women, particularly focusing on the breakdown of fat in response to exercise. The study compares the effects of 12 weeks of resistance training versus endurance training on fat metabolism. By examining how these different types of exercise impact lipolysis, the research aims to provide insights into effective weight management strategies for this population. Participants will engage in structured exercise programs while their metabolic responses are closely monitored.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are obese postmenopausal women who may be experiencing prediabetes or related metabolic issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not postmenopausal or who do not have obesity may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved weight management strategies and better metabolic health for obese postmenopausal women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that resistance training can enhance fat metabolism, but this specific focus on postmenopausal women represents a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Tallahassee, United States
- Florida State University — Tallahassee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hickner, Robert C — Florida State University
- Study coordinator: Hickner, Robert C
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.