Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2009

DOI

10.1249/JSR.0b013e3181ae0654

Publication Title

Current Sports Medicine Reports

Volume

8

Issue

4

Pages

169-175

Abstract

The inclusion of regular physical activity is critical for optimal insulin action and glycemic control in individuals with diabetes. Current research suggests that Type II diabetes mellitus can be prevented and that all types of diabetes can be controlled with physical activity, largely through improvements in muscular sensitivity to insulin. This article discusses diabetes prevention and the acute and chronic benefits of exercise for individuals with diabetes, along with the importance and impact of aerobic, resistance, or combined training upon glycemic control. To undertake physical activity safely, individuals also must learn optimal management of glycemia.

Comments

Web of Science: "Free full-text from publisher."

Original Publication Citation

Colberg, S. R., & Grieco, C. R. (2009). Exercise in the treatment and prevention of diabetes. Current Sports Medicine Reports, 8(4), 169-175. doi:10.1249/JSR.0b013e3181ae0654

ORCID

0000-0001-7574-2533 (Colberg)

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