Physical Activity/Exercise and Diabetes: A Position Statement of the American Diabetes Association
Old Dominion University · University of Calgary · +7 more institutions
Abstract
The adoption and maintenance of physical activity are critical foci for blood glucose management and overall health in individuals with diabetes and prediabetes. Recommendations and precautions vary depending on individual characteristics and health status. In this Position Statement, we provide a clinically oriented review and evidence-based recommendations regarding physical activity and exercise in people with type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes mellitus, and prediabetes. Physical activity includes all movement that increases energy use, whereas exercise is planned, structured physical activity. Exercise improves blood glucose control in type 2 diabetes, reduces cardiovascular risk…
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- 114.62
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- 100%
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9Topics & keywords
- Prediabetes
- Medicine
- Diabetes mellitus
- Type 2 diabetes
- Type 1 diabetes
- Insulin
- Gestational diabetes
- Diabetes management
- Good health and well-being