Diabetes Care· 2016Q1
Physical Activity/Exercise and Diabetes: A Position Statement of the American Diabetes Association
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Short summary
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) provides evidence-based recommendations for physical activity and exercise tailored to individuals with type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and prediabetes.
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Key points
- Physical activity and exercise are crucial for blood glucose management and overall health in individuals with diabetes and prediabetes.
- Recommendations for physical activity and exercise must be individualized based on specific health status, diabetes type, and presence of complications.
- Regular exercise improves blood glucose control, reduces cardiovascular risk factors, and contributes to weight loss in type 2 diabetes.
- Exercise offers considerable health benefits for individuals with type 1 diabetes, including improved cardiovascular fitness and insulin sensitivity.
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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 factors, contributes to weight loss, and improves well-being (1,2). Regular exercise may prevent or delay type 2 diabetes development (3). Regular exercise also has considerable health benefits for people with type 1 diabetes (e.g., improved cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, insulin sensitivity, etc.) (4). The challenges related to blood glucose management vary with diabetes type, activity type, and presence of diabetes-related complications (5,6). Physical activity and exercise recommendations, therefore, should be tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual.
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Field: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
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