Am Fam Physician. 2023;107(1):103-104
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Key Points for Practice
• Increased physical activity may be particularly beneficial for patients with type 2 diabetes, with combined training including aerobic and resistance exercise leading to greater improvement in A1C level than either modality alone.
• High-intensity interval exercise leads to greater glycemic control in less total exercise time but increases musculoskeletal injury and transient postexercise hyperglycemia in some patients.
• People with type 2 diabetes are prone to volume depletion from hyperglycemia and more susceptible to heat injury with physical activity.
From the AFP Editors
Type 2 diabetes mellitus affects approximately one in 10 people in the United States. Lifestyle interventions, including exercise and physical activity, are often prescribed as part of a treatment plan for people at risk of or diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) updated its original statement on physical activity for people with type 2 diabetes. Recommendations include all types of physical activity, encompassing more human movement than just planned exercise.
Impact of Physical Activity on People With Diabetes
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