Last updated July 17, 2026
Key finding
Total weight was −2.5 kg (95% CI −4.7 to −0.4, p = 0.023) lower in pooled intervention group.
This study investigated the effects of structured exercise programs on glucose metabolism and weight loss in participants after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, finding significant weight and fat mass reductions.
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Moderate
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Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
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Study focus
This study investigated the effects of structured exercise programs on glucose metabolism and weight loss in participants after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, finding significant weight and fat mass reductions.
Understanding the role of exercise in weight management post-gastric bypass is crucial for developing effective post-operative care strategies. While exercise can enhance weight loss, the lack of impact on glucose metabolism highlights the need for comprehensive approaches that also address metabolic health.
The study did not assess long-term effects of exercise on glucose metabolism. Sample size may limit the generalizability of the findings. No differences in quality of life or inflammation were detected.
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Stefanie L, Undine GL, Andreas O, et al. Effects of Structured Exercise Programs on Glucose Metabolism and Weight Loss Following Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery. 2025;410(1):194. doi:10.1007/s00423-025-03731-7
Total weight was reduced by −2.5 kg (p = 0.023) in the pooled intervention group.
Fat mass decreased by −3.0 kg (p = 0.0037) according to bioelectrical impedance analysis.
Fat-free mass decreased by −4.2 kg with no significant difference between groups.
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This study contributes evidence to Exercise therapy, Resistance training and 2-hour plasma glucose, Body fat mass, Inflammatory markers, and 4 more.
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The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Exercise therapy → 2-hour plasma glucose
Exercise therapy → 2-hour plasma glucose
Exercise therapy → Weight loss of 10% or more at 52 weeks
Exercise therapy → Weight loss of 10% or more at 52 weeks
Resistance training → 2-hour plasma glucose
Resistance training → 2-hour plasma glucose
Resistance training → Inflammatory markers
Resistance training → Inflammatory markers
Resistance training → Weight loss of 10% or more at 52 weeks
Resistance training → Weight loss of 10% or more at 52 weeks
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This study contributes to evidence on Exercise therapy and Body Composition, Exercise therapy and Quality of Life Outcomes.
This study contributes to the evidence on the following intervention-outcome relationships.
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Measures Body Composition as a key outcome.
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Exercise therapy may improve Quality of life.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
Quality of life
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 79.0 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Generally Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Exercise therapy for Lean body mass.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.
Ranked evidence signals
Lean body mass
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 79.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Mixed | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.
Limitations
Resistance training appears to improve Lean body mass.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
Lean body mass
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 74.6 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
Resistance training may improve 2-hour plasma glucose.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.
Ranked evidence signals
2-hour plasma glucose
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 74.5 | weak positive | ConsistencyScore™ Mixed | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.
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