Synopsis Leptin is a hormone associated with satiety, lipid oxidation, etc. Currently the effect of chronic exercise training on leptin has yielded inconsistent results. The purpose of this study was to provide a quantitative estimate of the magnitude of change in leptin levels following participation in exercise interventions. This week’s “MED FACT” discusses a clinical trial from Sports Medicine, “The Effect of Chronic Exercise Training on Leptin: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials”. Authors: Michael V. Fedewa, Elizabeth D.
Hathaway, Christie L. Ward-Ritacco, Tyler D. Williams, Ward C. Dobbs Key Takeaways: Chronic exercise training is associated with a decrease in leptin levels for individuals regardless of age and sex. Objective: To provide a quantitative estimate of change in leptin levels following participation in exercise interventions Study…
