New research published in Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism comparing the effects of the Curves Complete program that includes supervised circuit style resistance-exercise and diet intervention shows greater improvements in weight loss and markers of metabolic syndrome than other commercial diets that involve diet intervention with only a recommendation to increase physical activity.  This research was coordinated by Dr. Claire Baetge when she was a doctoral student under the direction of Dr. Kreider with Dr. Conrad Earnest serving as lead author.