Sex differences in physical activity among individuals with type 2 diabetes across the life span: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Resource type: Publication Publication
  • Authors
    Whipple, Mary O; Pinto, Ana J; Abushamat, Layla A; Bergouignan, Audrey; Chapman, Kristina; Huebschmann, Amy G; Masters, Kevin S; Nadeau, Kristen J; Scalzo, Rebecca L; Schauer, Irene E; Rafferty, Deirdre; Reusch, Jane E B; Regensteiner, Judith G
  • Type
    Original Research
  • Journal
    Diabetes Care
  • Publication Date
    2022
  • Abstract

    Physical activity (PA) is a cornerstone of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) treatment. Sex differences in PA behavior or barriers/facilitators to PA among individuals with T2DM are unclear.

    To summarize the evidence related to sex differences in participation in PA and barriers/facilitators to PA among individuals with T2DM across the life span.