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The best time to walk depends on individual goals and preferences, with morning walks promoting circadian rhythm regulation and metabolic health, afternoon walks aiding digestion and energy levels, and evening walks helping with blood sugar regulation and reducing snacking, but consistency and personal response are key.
A study published in the journal Diabetes Care found that people with type 2 diabetes who exercised in the afternoon experienced lower blood sugar levels compared to those who exercised at other times of the day. The study followed 2,416 participants and found that afternoon exercisers had a 30% to 50% reduction in blood glucose levels during the first year, and this reduction was maintained in the fourth year. Additionally, the afternoon exercise group had the highest chances of stopping their glucose-lowering medications. While the study did not prove causation, experts suggest that exercising in the afternoon may help manage blood sugar levels due to the body's increased sensitivity to insulin and the timing of meals. However, any exercise at any time of day is beneficial for diabetes management.
Afternoon physical activity can significantly improve blood glucose control in type 2 diabetes patients, according to a study by researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Joslin Diabetes Center. Using data from the Look AHEAD study, the team found that those most active in the afternoons had the greatest blood glucose reduction and were most likely to stop diabetes medications. The study suggests that timing of physical activity may be important in managing diabetes.
A new study suggests that people with type 2 diabetes may benefit more from exercising in the afternoon. Researchers found that participants who exercised later in the day had better results in terms of blood glucose levels. The reason for this is unclear, but it may be due to better sleep patterns and healthier eating habits. The study analyzed physical activity data among 2,400 people who were classified as overweight and had been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Those who engaged in moderate to vigorous physical activity in the afternoon had the greatest reduction in blood glucose levels after one year.