Resistance training and detraining were found to alter leptin and adiponectin in an intensity-dependent manner. Leptin and adiponectin changes were strongly associated with resting metabolic rate and anthropometric changes. Leptin was diminished by all treatments; however, adiponectin increased only in the high-intensity group. Leptin and adiponectin were found to be strongly associated with resting metabolic rate anthropometric changes.
Resistance exercise was advocated as an effective approach for weight management and metabolic control in overweight elderly individuals.