Comparing High- and Low-Frequency Resistance Training In Untrained College-Aged Individuals

Cali Coombs
Mr. Carson Lackey and Dr. Brian Snyder, Faculty Mentors

PURPOSE: To compare the effects of high and low frequency resistance training on changes in lean mass, fat mass, and muscular strength in untrained college-aged adults. METHODS: Twenty-four participants completed body composition testing and 3–5RM bench press and squat assessments before and after an eight-week intervention. Participants were assigned to one of three conditions: CRT (4×12, two days/week), VRT (2×12, four days/week), and HRT (2×6, four days/week). RESULTS: Changes in fat mass, lean mass, body mass, and strength did not differ significantly between groups (p > 0.05). Fat mass decreased in CRT (−542.2 g), VRT (−632.0 g), and HRT (−696.1 g). Lean mass increased in CRT (+894.8 g), VRT (+379.9 g), and HRT (+231.4 g). Bench press and squat strength improved in all groups without significant between-group differences. CONCLUSIONS: Varying training frequency and repetition structure produced similar changes in body composition and strength in untrained college-aged adults over eight weeks.

Keywords: resistance training, fat mass, frequency, body mass, strength, lean mass

Topic(s):Exercise Science

Presentation Type: Poster Presentation

Session: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: TBA