The Claim

Regular aerobic exercise reduces insulin resistance and improves glucose uptake in skeletal muscle, thereby lowering the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

What the research says

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In plain English

Doing regular cardio workouts like walking, running, or cycling helps your muscles use sugar better, which keeps your blood sugar in check and makes it less likely you'll get type 2 diabetes.

See the scientific wording

Regular aerobic exercise reduces insulin resistance and improves glucose uptake in skeletal muscle, lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes.

What the research says

2 studies

  1. Study: 1602-P: Exercise Training Reverses Skeletal Muscle DRP1 Hyperactivation and Improves Respiratory Capacity in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

    This study showed that people with type 2 diabetes who did regular aerobic exercise got better at using sugar in their muscles, because their muscle cells’ energy factories got healthier and more connected. This means exercise helps the body respond better to insulin, which is exactly what the claim says.

  2. Study: Short-Term Detraining does not Change Insulin Sensitivity and RBP4 in Rodents Previously Submitted to Aerobic Exercise

    The study found that rats that exercised regularly became better at using sugar in their muscles and were less resistant to insulin — exactly what the claim says. Even after stopping exercise for a few days, the benefits didn’t disappear right away.

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