ABSTRACT

A diet high in protein has been shown to have beneficial effects on weight loss and triglyceride (TG) levels when combined with exercise. Recent research has also shown that a diet high in protein in the absence of exercise promotes more favorable results for individuals above the median TG (mTG) levels (>133 mg/dL). The purpose of this study was to determine if women with TG above median values experience greater benefits to a diet and circuit resistance-training program.