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Worried about Diabetes?

Studies have proven the significant benefits of aerobic exercise in the prevention of type 2 diabetes. The impact of muscle strengthening exercises has been unclear, until now.

A new study sheds light on the implications of strength training for women in the fight against diabetes. In short:

“Our study suggests that engagement in muscle-strengthening
and conditioning activities (resistance exercise, yoga, stretching, toning) is associated with a lower risk of T2D. Engagement in both aerobic MVPA [sic: moderate and vigorous physical activity] and muscle- strengthening type activity is associated with a substantial reduction in the risk of T2D in middle-aged and older women.”

-PLOS Medicine Editor

Ladies, you can improve your odds. Incorporate resistance training into your weekly routine. This study (of 99K women over 8 years) reports benefits in as little as an hour a week. Reach out if you would like help, I’d be happy to hear from you.

Full study here: Muscle Strengthening and Type 2 Diabetes 

Diabetes is a major health concern facing the United States. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports:

  • Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States

  •  Overall, the risk for death among people with diabetes is about twice that of people of similar age but without diabetes.

  • Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure, non-traumatic lower-limb amputations, and new cases of blindness among adults in the United States.

  • Diabetes is a major cause of heart disease and stroke.