More time on the move, less risk of diabetes and obesity

A study published in April in the scientific journal Journal of Sports Science and Medicine It may delight those who need but do not follow the recommendations of moderate-intensity exercise for at least 2.5 hours per week. According to researchers, get out of a chair for an hour a day doing light physical activity to prevent diseases such as type 2 diabetes and give it a try obesity.

It is known that regular exercise is beneficial in controlling obesity and preventing diseases. Now, a team from the Turku PET Center and the UKK Institute in Finland has identified metabolic syndrome (high blood pressure, high sugar and cholesterol, and excess fat around the waist).

How has a reduction in the risk of diabetes and obesity been investigated?

To prove the hypothesis, the researchers divided 64 sedentary adults into two groups: one (intervention) was instructed to reduce sitting time by one hour and increase light-intensity standing physical activity. The other group was instructed to maintain the same sedentary habits and lifestyles.

The scientists monitored the intervention group with accelerometers. Within three months, these people saw benefits in blood sugar tests, insulin sensitivity, and liver health.

The researchers concluded that reducing sedentary behavior to just 50 minutes per day and increasing light to moderate-intensity physical activity had benefits across several risk markers in adults with metabolic syndrome within three months of administration. While some structured exercises are necessary, just sitting less can provide an optimal approach The study showed to prevent disease in at-risk populations.

ARTICLE Journal of Sports Science and Medicine: DOI: 10.1016/j.jsams.2022.04.002.