Research
Metabolic adaptation
Calorie restriction did not compromise aerobic capacity as measured by V˙O2max in healthy nonobese adults.
Calorie restriction can be safely implemented without negatively affecting aerobic fitness.
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Two years of modest CR without a structured exercise component did not appear to compromise aerobic capacity in healthy nonobese adults.
Why this rating
Based on the randomized controlled trial design.
Source
Effects of Two Years of Calorie Restriction on Aerobic Capacity and Muscle Strength
Susan B. Racette et al. · Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise · 2017
rct · n=218Cited 56×
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