A study highlights the benefits of evening exercise for improving blood sugar levels in overweight adults, suggesting that timing can significantly enhance the effectiveness of physical activity for glucose regulation. Credit: SciTechDaily.com Evening exercise is particularly effective at lowering blood sugar levels in sedentary adults with overweight or obesity, a study in Obesity finds.
Moderate to vigorous physical activity in the evening for sedentary adults with overweight and obesity is most beneficial in lowering daily blood sugar levels. This is according to a new research study published today (June 10) in Obesity , The Obesity Society’s (TOS) flagship journal. Optimal Timing for Exercise Experts explain that it has been well established that moderate to vigorous physical activity enhances glucose homeostasis in adults with overweight and obesity who are at higher risk of developing insulin resistance.
However, little is known about the optimal timing of moderate to vigorous physical activity to improve daily blood glucose control. Precision Exercise Prescription “Our results highlight the importance of the field of precision exercise prescription. In clinical practice, certified sports and medical personnel should consider the optimal timing of the day to enhance the effectiveness of the exercise and physical activity programs they prescribe,” said Jonatan R.
Ruiz, PhD, professor of physical activity and health, Department of Physical and Sports Education, Fac.