Exercise circuit shows promise for insulin resistance

NCT ID NCT04528693

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Poznan University of Physical Education Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether 12 weeks of circuit training (combining strength and endurance exercises) could improve insulin sensitivity and blood vessel function in women with insulin resistance. Forty-nine women aged 25-45 participated, with some doing the circuit training three times a week and others serving as a control group. Researchers measured changes in insulin resistance, blood sugar, cholesterol, and other health markers.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: circuit training (strength and endurance exercises)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to help manage insulin resistance and improve heart health.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 49 women, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise programs also require long-term commitment to maintain benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Back Pain Inflammation Insulin Resistance

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

INSULIN RESISTANCE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Poznan University of Physical Education

Poznan, 61-871, Poland

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