The role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes: a review of the literature
Introduction and Purpose: Diabetes is a prevalent metabolic disorder affecting over 530 million people globally, with its incidence increasing alarmingly. Due to the early onset of type 1 diabetes (T1D), treatment and prevention of complications are critical. This study aims to present the safety p...
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| author | Monika Gaszyńska Antonina Drzewiecka Artur Drzewiecki Wiktor Korczak Maria Anna Madejska Aleksandra Rudzka Wojciech Falkowski Anna Krysińska Weronika Woźniak Jakub Magielski |
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Introduction and Purpose: Diabetes is a prevalent metabolic disorder affecting over 530 million people globally, with its incidence increasing alarmingly. Due to the early onset of type 1 diabetes (T1D), treatment and prevention of complications are critical. This study aims to present the safety profile of physical activity, its effects on metabolic processes, and the benefits of exercise in preventing late complications of T1D.
Review methods: Data were collected using databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar. Over 30 studies and scientific publications published in English or Polish were analyzed, considering keywords such as “type 1 diabetes”,“physical activity”, “exercise”, “aerobic exercise”, “anaerobic exercise”.
State of Knowledge: Depending on the type of exercise performed, the body of a diabetic behaves somewhat differently. There is a risk of hypoglycemia during or after aerobic exercise, although some studies have not confirmed such a relationship. Systematic aerobic activity has been proven to benefit carbohydrate metabolism, lipid metabolism, blood vessels and overall body condition. Anaerobic exercise may temporarily raise blood glucose levels and introduce additional stress factors. However, combining both types of exercise can effectively stabilize glycemic levels and improve quality of life. Additionally, exercise has been shown to mitigate long-term diabetes complications.
Conclusion: Historically, diabetes was viewed as a disease that restricted physical activity. However, current evidence supports the recommendation of physical exercise for T1D patients. Proper education, treatment advancements, and self-monitoring allow even high-intensity activities to be safely performed.
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| spelling | doaj-art-65fe68e6cd1148a6bdb183c937b985212025-08-20T03:09:38ZengKazimierz Wielki UniversityJournal of Education, Health and Sport2391-83062025-05-018010.12775/JEHS.2025.80.59766The role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes: a review of the literatureMonika Gaszyńska0https://orcid.org/0009-0007-0784-1370Antonina Drzewiecka1https://orcid.org/0009-0007-1007-2082Artur Drzewiecki2https://orcid.org/0009-0008-1664-1087Wiktor Korczak3https://orcid.org/0009-0004-2177-7027Maria Anna Madejska4https://orcid.org/0009-0004-2570-2313Aleksandra Rudzka5https://orcid.org/0009-0008-6602-5522Wojciech Falkowski6https://orcid.org/0009-0004-7831-2570Anna Krysińska7https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8633-8410Weronika Woźniak8https://orcid.org/0009-0007-4920-4230Jakub Magielski9https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0737-6262Provincial Hospital in Bielsko-Biała , Al.Armii Krajowej 101, 43-316 Bielsko-Biała, PLJan Biziel University Hospital No. 2 in Bydgoszcz: Bydgoszcz, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, PLUniversity Hospital A. Jurasz No.1: Bydgoszcz, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, PLProvincial Specialist Hospital in Włocławek, ul. Wieniecka 49, 87–800 Włocławek; PLMasovian Specialist Hospital in Radom, ul. Juliana Aleksandrowicza 5, 26-617 Radom, PLMasovian Specialist Hospital in Radom, ul. Juliana Aleksandrowicza 5, 26-617 Radom, PLProvincial Hospital in Bielsko-Biała, Al.Armii Krajowej 101, 43-316 Bielsko-Biała, PLDr. Emil Warmiński Clinical Hospital of the Bydgoszcz University of Technology: Bydgoszcz, PLIndependent Public Health Care Facility in Słupca, ul. Traugutta 7 62-400 Słupca, PLIndependent Public Multi-Specialist Health Care Facility of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration in Bydgoszcz; Bydgoszcz, Kujawsko-pomorskie, PL Introduction and Purpose: Diabetes is a prevalent metabolic disorder affecting over 530 million people globally, with its incidence increasing alarmingly. Due to the early onset of type 1 diabetes (T1D), treatment and prevention of complications are critical. This study aims to present the safety profile of physical activity, its effects on metabolic processes, and the benefits of exercise in preventing late complications of T1D. Review methods: Data were collected using databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar. Over 30 studies and scientific publications published in English or Polish were analyzed, considering keywords such as “type 1 diabetes”,“physical activity”, “exercise”, “aerobic exercise”, “anaerobic exercise”. State of Knowledge: Depending on the type of exercise performed, the body of a diabetic behaves somewhat differently. There is a risk of hypoglycemia during or after aerobic exercise, although some studies have not confirmed such a relationship. Systematic aerobic activity has been proven to benefit carbohydrate metabolism, lipid metabolism, blood vessels and overall body condition. Anaerobic exercise may temporarily raise blood glucose levels and introduce additional stress factors. However, combining both types of exercise can effectively stabilize glycemic levels and improve quality of life. Additionally, exercise has been shown to mitigate long-term diabetes complications. Conclusion: Historically, diabetes was viewed as a disease that restricted physical activity. However, current evidence supports the recommendation of physical exercise for T1D patients. Proper education, treatment advancements, and self-monitoring allow even high-intensity activities to be safely performed. https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/59766type 1 diabetesphysical activityaerobic exercisesanaerobic exercises |
| spellingShingle | Monika Gaszyńska Antonina Drzewiecka Artur Drzewiecki Wiktor Korczak Maria Anna Madejska Aleksandra Rudzka Wojciech Falkowski Anna Krysińska Weronika Woźniak Jakub Magielski The role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes: a review of the literature Journal of Education, Health and Sport type 1 diabetes physical activity aerobic exercises anaerobic exercises |
| title | The role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes: a review of the literature |
| title_full | The role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes: a review of the literature |
| title_fullStr | The role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes: a review of the literature |
| title_full_unstemmed | The role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes: a review of the literature |
| title_short | The role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes: a review of the literature |
| title_sort | role of physical activity in type 1 diabetes a review of the literature |
| topic | type 1 diabetes physical activity aerobic exercises anaerobic exercises |
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