Effect of individualized weight-loss programmes on adiponectin, leptin and resistin levels in obese adolescent boys

Aim: We investigate the effects of a 2‐month weight‐loss programme on plasma levels of adiponectin, leptin and resistin in obese adolescent boys. Methods: Twenty‐one obese adolescent boys (BMI = 30.8 ± 3.2 kg/m2) completed the weight‐loss programme including: 1/ either energy restriction (R), 2/ or individualized exercise training at the point of maximum lipid oxidation (Lipoxmax) (E), 3/ or energy restriction and training (RE). Body composition, lipid oxidation and plasma levels of adiponectin, leptin and resistin were measured before and after intervention. Results: Following the weight‐loss programme, adolescents of the RE group showed an improvement of their body composition (p