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- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 2 estudios
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Concurrent training improves fitness and glycemic control in type 2 diabetes.
Última actualización 24 de agosto de 2026
Key finding
VO2 Peak increased by 2.999 mL/kg/min in CART.
This study evaluated the effects of twelve weeks of concurrent training on cardiovascular fitness, glycemic control, and obesity indices in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Both training interventions showed significant improvements in fitness and metabolic health indicators.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
Some Concerns
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Study focus
This study evaluated the effects of twelve weeks of concurrent training on cardiovascular fitness, glycemic control, and obesity indices in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Both training interventions showed significant improvements in fitness and metabolic health indicators.
Clinical relevance
These findings are clinically significant as they suggest that structured exercise programs combining aerobic and resistance training can effectively enhance cardiovascular health and metabolic control in individuals with T2DM. This could lead to improved management of diabetes and related health complications, ultimately benefiting patient outcomes.
Keep in mind
Sample size and demographic diversity were not specified. Potential lack of long-term follow-up data. Effectiveness claims remain unclear due to unspecified p-values.
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Friew A, Alemmebrat K, Aschenaki T. Twelve weeks of concurrent training effectively enhanced cardiovascular fitness, glycemic control, and obesity indices in T2DM patients. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2026;18:69. doi:10.1186/s13102-026-01528-9
Efectos Principales
CART increased VO2 Peak by 2.999 mL/kg/min.
CART decreased GT AUC by 23.01 units.
CART reduced BMI by 2.76 kg/m².
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Resistance training and BMI, Glucose iAUC (OGTT), VO2 max, and 1 more.
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Primary intervention
Resistance training
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
- VO2 max
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 72
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Evidence pairs
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Why it is useful
- Contributes to 4 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 4 direct semantic evidence topics
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Evidencia principal
Tema de evidencia
Diabetic Neuropathy
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Evidencia relacionada
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Prediabetes
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Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
Resistance training → Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
Resistance training → Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- 66
- Moderate
- ImpactScore™
- 79
- Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 35
- mixed
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 2 estudios
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 2 estudios
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- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 1 estudio
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- CART improved VO2 Peak significantly by 2.999 mL/kg/min.
- CART reduced GT AUC by 23.01 units, indicating better glucose control.
- CART led to a greater BMI reduction of 2.76 kg/m² compared to CRAT.
A quién se aplica
- Adults diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
- Individuals seeking to improve cardiovascular fitness and metabolic health.
Tener en Cuenta
- Results may not be generalizable to all populations with T2DM.
- Further research is needed to confirm long-term benefits.
- Effect sizes were not statistically significant, limiting definitive conclusions.
Entre Líneas
- Sample size and demographic diversity were not specified.
- Potential lack of long-term follow-up data.
- Effectiveness claims remain unclear due to unspecified p-values.
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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.
This study contributes to evidence on Resistance training and Body Mass Index, Resistance training and VO2 max.
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Resistance training → Body Mass Index
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Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 2 estudios
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Resistance training → VO2 max
Physical Activity
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Estudios de apoyo: Basado en 2 estudios
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outcome_hubMeasures Body Mass Index as a key outcome.
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VO2 max Evidence Hub
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2 studies
outcome_hubMeasures VO2 max as a key outcome.
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Does Resistance training affect bmi?
Moderate Evidence
Resistance training appears to improve BMI.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Resistance training improve vo2 max?
Moderate Evidence
Resistance training appears to improve VO2 max.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
VO2 max
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Resistance training improve glucose iauc (ogtt)?
Moderate Evidence
Resistance training may improve Glucose iAUC (OGTT).
ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.
Evidence caveat: The available evidence reports mixed findings.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 66.2 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Mixed | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Resistance training affect waist-to-hip ratio?
Emerging Evidence
Resistance training appears to improve Waist-to-hip ratio.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Waist-to-hip ratio
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
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