An Alternative Aproach of Exercise Prescription for Type 2 Diabetes Control in Time and Space Restrictions
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Although physical exercise is widely recognized for its role in glycemic control and overall health, population characteristics such as comorbidities, sedentary behavior, disease-related complications, and socioeconomic constraints hinder regular practice. The article aims to present an alternative approach to exercise prescription for the control of type 2 diabetes, considering time and space limitations that act as barriers to meeting traditional recommendations. Situations of social isolation and limited access to physical activity services may exacerbate both metabolic and psychosocial aspects, creating a negative cycle of clinical deterioration. In this context, the proposal of more flexible, simple, and accessible exercise strategies is both possible and necessary, especially for home-based settings. From this perspective, an example of an initial exercise prescription is presented, combining aerobic and strength activities using body weight or simple materials, along with progression strategies and safety considerations. This work does not provide definitive evidence, but rather to encourage feasible alternatives, greater adherence, and further research on physical exercise for individuals with T2DM in contexts of time and space restriction.
DOI: 10.1002/cdt3.70039
Language: English
Topic: Physical Activity and Health
Subfield: Physiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7128539506