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- ImpactScore™
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- ConsistencyScore™
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- Not enough independent studies
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Combined training improves metabolic syndrome parameters in women
Last updated September 9, 2026
Key finding
Blood glucose decreased by 36.4%.
This study examined the effects of a combined training program on metabolic syndrome parameters in inactive women, revealing significant improvements in various health metrics.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study examined the effects of a combined training program on metabolic syndrome parameters in inactive women, revealing significant improvements in various health metrics.
Clinical relevance
These findings are crucial as they highlight a practical approach to improving metabolic health in inactive women, a group at risk for metabolic syndrome. By demonstrating significant reductions in blood glucose and insulin resistance, the study suggests that lifestyle interventions like combined training can play a vital role in preventing chronic diseases.
Keep in mind
Unclear effectiveness for some outcomes Limited generalizability due to specific population Potential confounding factors not measured
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Mouna A, Refka H, Monia Z, Asma BA, Asma O, Meriam D. Effects of a Combined Training Programme on Metabolic Syndrome Parameters in Inactive Women. Biology of Sport. 2025;43:177-186. doi:10.5114/biolsport.2026.153313
Main Effects
Blood glucose decreased by 36.4%
HbA1c decreased by 22.8%
Resting heart rate decreased by 20.4%
Functional fitness abilities increased by 200%
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Combined Training Programme and Blood glucose, FFA levels after bariatric surgery, HbA1c, and 5 more.
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Primary intervention
Combined Training Programme
Primary outcomes
- Blood glucose
- FFA levels after bariatric surgery
- HbA1c
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Why it is useful
- Contributes to 8 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 4 direct semantic evidence topics
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Primary evidence
Evidence topic
Blood Pressure
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Related evidence
Evidence topic
Fasting Blood Glucose
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Core evidence
Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
FFA levels after bariatric surgery
Combined Training Programme → FFA levels after bariatric surgery
Combined Training Programme → FFA levels after bariatric surgery
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerInsulin resistance
Combined Training Programme → Insulin resistance
Combined Training Programme → Insulin resistance
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerMaximal Heart Rate (max-HR)
Combined Training Programme → Maximal Heart Rate (max-HR)
Combined Training Programme → Maximal Heart Rate (max-HR)
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerMean arterial pressure reduction
Combined Training Programme → Mean arterial pressure reduction
Combined Training Programme → Mean arterial pressure reduction
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerResting Heart Rate (r-HR)
Combined Training Programme → Resting Heart Rate (r-HR)
Combined Training Programme → Resting Heart Rate (r-HR)
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerSkeletal Muscle to Fat Ratio (MFR)
Combined Training Programme → Skeletal Muscle to Fat Ratio (MFR)
Combined Training Programme → Skeletal Muscle to Fat Ratio (MFR)
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Evidence Suggest
- Blood glucose levels decreased by 36.4%
- HbA1c levels decreased by 22.8%
- Functional fitness abilities increased by 200%
Who this applies to
- Inactive women at risk for metabolic syndrome
- Women seeking lifestyle interventions for health improvement
Keep in Mind
- Results may not apply to active women or other demographics
- Long-term effects of the training program were not assessed
- Further studies needed to confirm findings and address limitations
Between the Lines
- Unclear effectiveness for some outcomes
- Limited generalizability due to specific population
- Potential confounding factors not measured
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This study contributes to evidence on Combined Training Programme and Fasting Glucose, Combined Training Programme and FFA levels after bariatric surgery.
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Behavioral & Lifestyle
Combined Training Programme → Fasting Glucose
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Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
View evidenceBehavioral & Lifestyle
Combined Training Programme → FFA levels after bariatric surgery
Behavioral & Lifestyle
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
View evidenceBehavioral & Lifestyle
Combined Training Programme → Mean arterial pressure reduction
Behavioral & Lifestyle
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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outcome_hubMeasures FFA levels after bariatric surgery as a key outcome.
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Does Combined Training Programme improve blood glucose?
Emerging Evidence
Combined Training Programme appears to improve blood glucose.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Blood glucose
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.
Does Combined Training Programme improve ffa levels after bariatric surgery?
Emerging Evidence
Combined Training Programme appears to improve ffa levels after bariatric surgery.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
FFA levels after bariatric surgery
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.
Does Combined Training Programme lower HbA1c?
Emerging Evidence
Combined Training Programme appears to lower HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
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.
Does Combined Training Programme improve insulin resistance?
Emerging Evidence
Combined Training Programme appears to improve insulin resistance.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Insulin resistance
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.
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