Physical Activity

Diabetes is a chronic condition that requires ongoing monitoring and management. Exercise is an important part of managing diabetes, as it can help to reduce symptoms and improve overall health. In this article, we will look at what diabetes is, the benefits of exercise for diabetics, and how a prescriptive …

Physical activity prescriptions are an important part of diabetes care, as physical activity has been shown to have a positive effect on diabetes management. This article provides an overview of physical activity prescriptions, outlines the steps for implementing them, and discusses the benefits of doing so. Overview of Physical Activity …

Effective preventive strategies are needed to reduce cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally.

New studies suggest that moderate to vigorous exercise may delay heart disease in adults between 70-75.  

A recent study from the University of Eastern Finland suggests that consistent physical activity can significantly modify the body's metabolism, which will reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

By Sheri Colberg, PhD
I recently co-chaired a new consensus statement from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) that is an update from the 2010 joint ACSM/American Diabetes Association position statement on physical activity/exercise for individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D). A lot more research has been conducted in the ensuing decade since the joint position statement was published, and this new consensus statement summarizes the current evidence.

Like medication, exercise can be dosed based on the characteristics of the individual to increase its benefits and reduce side effects, substantially affecting glycemic control. 

Is the current guidelines’ recommendation of moderate exercise for 150 minutes per week during pregnancy enough to reduce the risk of gestational diabetes? 

By Sheri Colberg, PhD
I recently was asked about the latest research on the reversal of type 2 diabetes—both bariatric and non-bariatric solutions—and it made me wonder about the mechanisms of this possibility and what role being active may play in it. Each new year always brings a whole host of resolutions that people make focused on losing weight, getting more fit, and becoming healthier. Especially with all the COVID-related pounds I have heard about people gaining, I expect these resolutions to be out in full force at the start of 2022. But how effective will they be long-term, and is the reversal of type 2 diabetes a realistic resolution to make?

Part 2 of this Q&A with our diabetes exercise expert covers pre-exercise glucose checks, exercise-induced hypoglycemia, and more.