Effect of exercise training on C reactive protein: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised and non-randomised controlled trials.

Michael V FedewaElizabeth D HathawayChristie L Ward-Ritacco

Published in: British journal of sports medicine (2016)

These results suggest that engaging in exercise training is associated with a decrease in CRP levels regardless of the age or sex of the individual; however, greater improvements in CRP level occur with a decrease in BMI or %Fat.

Keyphrases

skeletal muscle
clinical trial
open label
body mass index
adipose tissue
double blind
study protocol
placebo controlled
weight gain
physical activity
weight loss