“Is weight lifting good for type 2 diabetics?”
I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I want to go to a gym. Is weight lifting good for type 2 diabetics?
2 Answers
Endocrinology-DiabetesEndocrinology-Diabetes
Aerobic exercise is better. Especially if you are overweight.
William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP
William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP
Dear patient,
Weight lifting is thought to be beneficial; its advantages are building muscle mass, which improves insulin sensitivity as well as decreasing body fat in combination with proper diet.
Respectfully,
Marvin A. Leder, MD FACP FACE
Weight lifting is thought to be beneficial; its advantages are building muscle mass, which improves insulin sensitivity as well as decreasing body fat in combination with proper diet.
Respectfully,
Marvin A. Leder, MD FACP FACE
