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Aerobic Plus Resistance Training and Insulin Sensitivity in African American Men
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Aerobic Plus Resistance Training Group and Control Group for Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes. Completed, enrolled 113 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of an exercise training intervention on the ability of African American males to use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone that helps the body use glucose.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Participants randomized to this intervention will engage in both aerobic and resistance training in accordance with Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, that is 150 minutes of aerobic training and 2 days of additional 20 minutes of resistance training. The aerobic training component will be completed on a treadmill and target training intensity will be self-selected at 65% to 85% of maximal aerobic capacity. Each resistance training session will consist of both upper and lower body exercises: 2 sets of 9 exercises with each set consisting of 10 repetitions.
Participants randomized into the control group will not be provided with memberships to any exercise facility, nor will they receive behavioral instruction on how to increase physical activity. They will receive information on living a healthy lifestyle. Such minimal interventions have not been shown to increase physical activity in participants. The participants in this group will undergo the baseline, 10 week, and 20 week testing.