September 2021 PMID 34578961

Effects of Combining a Ketogenic Diet with Resistance Training on Body Composition, Strength, and Mechanical Power in Trained Individuals: A Narrative Review.

Pedro L Valenzuela, Adrián Castillo-García, Alejandro Lucia, Fernando Naclerio

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Peak: 46 in Sep 2021
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What people are saying

Discussions reflect a range of attitudes from supportive to cautious, with posts like 'Nicely done review' and 'Lot's of stuff for keto peeps,' using positive tones that indicate appreciation. However, some highlight potential downsides, such as impaired hypertrophy and muscle loss, underlining the controversial effects of keto in resistance training, which underscores the complex impact of the research.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize that the review highlights that ketogenic diets are effective for weight and fat loss but may impair muscle growth and strength, indicating moderate agreement with the findings.

InterestHigh interest

The topic of how keto affects resistance training and body composition draws high interest, evidenced by the enthusiastic comments and calls for reading the full article.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many posters reference the review directly, sharing summaries, opinions, and implications, showing active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the review influences ongoing debates about diet and performance, but the overall impact remains moderate as it's primarily informational.

Abstract in brief

  • Ketogenic diets (KDs) are popular among strength-trained individuals and may help reduce body and fat mass in the short term, especially when intake is balanced and not calorie-restricted.
  • Current research shows little to no benefit of KD compared to traditional diets for improving muscle mass or strength, and some studies suggest KD could impair muscle hypertrophy and performance during resistance training.
  • More research is needed to understand how to prevent potential negative effects of KD on muscle and performance, including strategies like increasing protein or reintroducing carbs before competitions, and to confirm its long-term safety and effectiveness.]

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Pedro L. Valenzuela
@pl_valenzuela · X

Ketogenic diets are becoming popular among strength-trained individuals, but what are their effects on body composition and performance? Check our new review at @Nutrients_MDPI. https://t.co/pqJAo7YilZ With @adrian_science, @FNaclerio and Alejandro Lucia. https://t.co/fMGR0ET5N2

Sep 2, 2021 · 72 likes · 18 shares · 2,768 followers View post →
Alan Aragon
@TheAlanAragon · X

Nicely done review of keto on resistance training outcomes (body comp & strength/power performance). Effective for weight/fat loss, suboptimal for maximizing size & strength gain. Hat-tip to @TheBhupiThakur for the find: https://t.co/0XP5RLBJOJ

Sep 2, 2021 · 59 likes · 17 shares · 42,086 followers View post →
Jason Helmes
@anymanfitness · X

“Studies suggest ketogenic diets impair resistance training induced muscular hypertrophy” Translation: If you use Keto to lose fat, prepare to lose muscle. https://t.co/mDsK7HDwcy

Sep 3, 2021 · 54 likes · 7 shares · 83,543 followers View post →
Mario Rey de Landáburu
@rdlnutricion · X

Seas pro-keto o no (individualización, para mí), ¡es un artículo de obligada lectura! Necesario para entender muchos porqués. https://t.co/0L5NI5kmlV PD: envidia sana de esta gente

Sep 2, 2021 · 15 likes · 3 shares · 666 followers View post →
Nutrients MDPI
@Nutrients_MDPI · X

#mdpinutrients Read the Latest Article from Dr. Fernando Naclerio et al. Effects of Combining a Ketogenic Diet with Resistance Training on Body Composition, Strength, and Mechanical Power in Trained Individuals: A Narrative Review https://t.co/Lqjn4rqUH4 https://t.co/M2VKWvmAYV

Sep 3, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 11,329 followers View post →
Daniel Richter | StrengthLog
@strengthlogapp · X

Effects of Combining a Ketogenic Diet with Resistance Training on Body Composition, Strength, and Mechanical Power in Trained Individuals Lot's of stuff in here for all my #keto peeps. https://t.co/yf0ph6hutK

Sep 3, 2021 · 2 likes · 5,786 followers View post →

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Jason Helmes
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RT @anymanfitness: “Studies suggest ketogenic diets impair resistance training induced muscular hypertrophy” Translation: If you use Keto…

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Evelyn Martin Moraleda
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RT @pl_valenzuela: Ketogenic diets are becoming popular among strength-trained individuals, but what are their effects on body composition…

Sep 9, 2021 · 18 shares · 84 followers View post →
solitary_seagull
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Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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RT @TheAlanAragon: Nicely done review of keto on resistance training outcomes (body comp & strength/power performance). Effective for weigh…

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Arthur Taube
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Nicholas Mortensen, PhD, CSCS
@nickmort11 · X

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JavaPusher
@javapusher · X

RT @anymanfitness: “Studies suggest ketogenic diets impair resistance training induced muscular hypertrophy” Translation: If you use Keto…

Sep 3, 2021 · 7 shares · 1,227 followers View post →
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DamnitDogz
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RT @anymanfitness: “Studies suggest ketogenic diets impair resistance training induced muscular hypertrophy” Translation: If you use Keto…

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Gregory Miller, Ph.D.
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RT @anymanfitness: “Studies suggest ketogenic diets impair resistance training induced muscular hypertrophy” Translation: If you use Keto…

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Jason Helmes
@anymanfitness · X

“Studies suggest ketogenic diets impair resistance training induced muscular hypertrophy” Translation: If you use Keto to lose fat, prepare to lose muscle. https://t.co/mDsK7HDwcy

Sep 3, 2021 · 54 likes · 7 shares · 83,543 followers View post →
Shur Loba
@kanislupuss · X

RT @pl_valenzuela: Ketogenic diets are becoming popular among strength-trained individuals, but what are their effects on body composition…

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IKER BADIOLA
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Alan GH
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Javier Escalada #Yoelijoendocrino
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Fundación Iberoamericana de Nutrición
@FinutOrg · X

RT @Nutrients_MDPI: #mdpinutrients Read the Latest Article from Dr. Fernando Naclerio et al. Effects of Combining a Ketogenic Diet with Re…

Sep 3, 2021 · 1 share · 4,048 followers View post →
Nutrients MDPI
@Nutrients_MDPI · X

#mdpinutrients Read the Latest Article from Dr. Fernando Naclerio et al. Effects of Combining a Ketogenic Diet with Resistance Training on Body Composition, Strength, and Mechanical Power in Trained Individuals: A Narrative Review https://t.co/Lqjn4rqUH4 https://t.co/M2VKWvmAYV

Sep 3, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 11,329 followers View post →
Daniel Richter | StrengthLog
@strengthlogapp · X

Effects of Combining a Ketogenic Diet with Resistance Training on Body Composition, Strength, and Mechanical Power in Trained Individuals Lot's of stuff in here for all my #keto peeps. https://t.co/yf0ph6hutK

Sep 3, 2021 · 2 likes · 5,786 followers View post →
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Dr. Woodall
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Andrés
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@Nutradvance · X

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RT @TheAlanAragon: Nicely done review of keto on resistance training outcomes (body comp & strength/power performance). Effective for weigh…

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Alan Aragon
@TheAlanAragon · X

Nicely done review of keto on resistance training outcomes (body comp & strength/power performance). Effective for weight/fat loss, suboptimal for maximizing size & strength gain. Hat-tip to @TheBhupiThakur for the find: https://t.co/0XP5RLBJOJ

Sep 2, 2021 · 59 likes · 17 shares · 42,086 followers View post →
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@Kineblasto · X

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@OscarAndresMD · X

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@glo_nua · X

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@ypaucar · X

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@Arthuro_Fi · X

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@juanje1996 · X

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Sep 2, 2021 · 3 shares · 1,063 followers View post →
Mario Rey de Landáburu
@rdlnutricion · X

Seas pro-keto o no (individualización, para mí), ¡es un artículo de obligada lectura! Necesario para entender muchos porqués. https://t.co/0L5NI5kmlV PD: envidia sana de esta gente

Sep 2, 2021 · 15 likes · 3 shares · 666 followers View post →
Ignacio Hernando Valle
@nachoafysalud · X

RT @pl_valenzuela: Ketogenic diets are becoming popular among strength-trained individuals, but what are their effects on body composition…

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Mario Rey de Landáburu
@rdlnutricion · X

RT @pl_valenzuela: Ketogenic diets are becoming popular among strength-trained individuals, but what are their effects on body composition…

Sep 2, 2021 · 18 shares · 666 followers View post →
Pedro L. Valenzuela
@pl_valenzuela · X

Ketogenic diets are becoming popular among strength-trained individuals, but what are their effects on body composition and performance? Check our new review at @Nutrients_MDPI. https://t.co/pqJAo7YilZ With @adrian_science, @FNaclerio and Alejandro Lucia. https://t.co/fMGR0ET5N2

Sep 2, 2021 · 72 likes · 18 shares · 2,768 followers View post →
Adrián Castillo
@adrian_science · X

Sep 1, 2021 · 1 like · 2,375 followers View post →
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@GALAeprints · X

LATEST ADDITIONS: Effects of Combining a Ketogenic Diet with Resistance Training on Body Composition, Strength, and Mechanical Power in Trained Individuals: A Narrative Review https://t.co/Jmy7pYanNF

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