Physical Activity and Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Over the nine short months of pregnancy, a woman will grow a new life (or two, or three!) along with a complex organ called the placenta. During this period of rapid change, a pregnant woman’s body also adapts to become progressively insulin resistant, ensuring there is sufficient glucose in the bloodstream to direct to the […]
From Activity to Sleep: A Balanced Lifestyle Approach to Brain Health
Dementia is one of the leading causes of disability and mortality worldwide, and modifiable lifestyle factors may be critical for preventing up to 45% of all-cause dementia occurring after age 65. Two key modifiable risk factors associated with reduced dementia risk and improved brain health are regular physical activity and good quality sleep. Physical activity […]
Being Female, Athletic, and Diabetic
Dr. Colberg returns to discuss the unique challenges and considerations for girls and women who are both athletic and diabetic.
5 Things You Need to Know about Diabetes and Exercise
Dr. Colberg shares 5 key things that people with diabetes should know about exercise, including how exercise impacts blood glucose levels.
Understanding Exercise Physiology for the Diabetic Youth Athlete
Dr. Colberg shares her expertise on how the body responds physiologically to different types of sports and activities in diabetic youth.
Exercise as Medicine for People with a Substance Use Disorder
Exercise may be an effective adjunctive treatment for substance use disorders, but large clinical trials and specialized training are needed to inform practice. This infographic outlines ACSM’s call to action statement purpose and highlights the key action items.
How to Prescribe Exercise for Brain Health
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are among the world’s foremost health and economic challenges, impacting over 55 million people worldwide and costing more than 1.3 trillion U.S. dollars in 2019 alone. With no imminent cure, there is an urgent need for interventions that reduce dementia risk in healthy older adults. Physical exercise is one of the greatest […]
Exercising a New Path: Insights from the ACSM Roundtable on NAFLD and Physical Activity
The growing prevalence of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD, is quite astounding. With one in three people affected worldwide, NAFLD is a substantial public health issue that demands attention. Characterized by excessive fat deposition in the liver, NAFLD is typically found in the setting of metabolic dysfunction. If uncorrected, NAFLD can progress to advanced […]
Exercise Improves Liver Health
The liver plays a crucial role in numerous metabolic processes necessary to leading a healthy life, including those essential to metabolism, such as storing energy and regulating blood sugar. Exercise has been shown to improve liver health by reducing fat in the liver, improving insulin sensitivity, reducing inflammation, boosting the immune system and improving mental […]
Harnessing the Expertise of Exercise Professionals to Move the Needle on Blood Pressure Controlancer Treatment
High blood pressure (BP) or hypertension is the most common costly but modifiable major risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease and premature mortality, affecting nearly half (47%) of the U.S. adult population. A recent scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) reinforces physical activity as a critical component of first-line treatment for individuals with mild- to […]