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Weightlifting reduced fat more than running in a mouse study

Both exercise types improved blood sugar control, but resistance training worked better

The findings suggest strength training may help prevent conditions such as type 2 diabetes and obesity

TUESDAY, Nov. 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Strength training may actually do more than just help build muscle. It could be even better than running when it comes to protecting against diabetes and unhealthy weight gain.

In a recently published study using mice fed a high-fat diet, scientists at Virginia Tech found that both running and weightlifting improved blood sugar control, but resistance training was more effective at reducing body fat, improving glucose tolerance and lowering insulin resistance .

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