Engaging in consistent physical activity is associated with better control of blood glucose levels in individuals who have a high risk of developing prediabetes.
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High-intensity interval training improves insulin sensitivity in individuals with prediabetes.
This study found that people with prediabetes who did short bursts of intense exercise or walked a lot for 12 weeks had better blood sugar control. So yes, being active helps manage blood sugar.
Exercise intensities and metabolic health: Targeting blood glucose, insulin, and C-peptide levels in adults with prediabetes in the postprandial state
When people with prediabetes exercise at a moderate pace—like brisk walking or light jogging—their blood sugar drops and their body uses insulin better, which helps prevent diabetes.
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