Lifting weights for just 4 weeks may boost breathing muscle and cut liver fat in seniors
NCT ID NCT07449767
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether a 4-week moderate resistance training program could improve diaphragm thickness, liver fat, and quality of life in healthy men aged 60-75. Thirty participants were split into an exercise group or a control group that kept their normal routine. Researchers used CT scans and a health questionnaire to measure changes. The goal was to see if simple strength exercises offer hidden benefits for aging bodies.
What this could mean
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Active substance
resistance training
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that simple strength exercises improve breathing muscle health and reduce liver fat in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The short 4-week program may not produce lasting changes.
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Gumushane Univetsity
Gümüşhane, Trabzon, Ordu, Giresun, Rize, Artvin, Gümüşhane, 29600, Turkey (Türkiye)