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  • Endocrinology
  • Metabolic Health
  • Exercise Physiology

Background:

  • Diabetes mellitus is a significant global health threat, with type 2 diabetes prevalence increasing alongside obesity and sedentary lifestyles.
  • Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a leading cause of death, exacerbated by energy-dense diets and population aging.
  • Sedentary lifestyles are a primary driver of the type 2 diabetes epidemic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the role of regular exercise in preventing type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • To review the impact of exercise on short-term glucose and energy metabolism.
  • To examine exercise's effects on common type 2 diabetes complications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical benefits of medium to vigorous intensity exercise.
  • Analysis of exercise's influence on glycemic parameters, lipid profiles, and blood pressure.
  • Examination of exercise's effects on body weight regulation, including body fat percentage and lean mass.

Main Results:

  • Exercise improves insulin sensitivity, reduces glycosylated hemoglobin (A1C), and increases peak oxygen consumption (VO2peak).
  • Regular physical activity favorably affects glycemic control, lipid profiles, blood pressure, and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein.
  • Exercise aids in managing type 2 diabetes by improving blood glucose control, reducing cardiovascular risk factors, and regulating body weight.

Conclusions:

  • Exercise is a key intervention for type 2 diabetes prevention and management.
  • Physical activity positively impacts metabolic health and reduces the risk of diabetes-related complications.
  • Regular exercise offers significant clinical benefits for individuals with or at risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus.