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The association between physical activity, physical fitness, and type 2 diabetes mellitus

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Recent studies have shown that cardiorespiratory fitness—an objective measurement of physical activity—is a strong predictor of type 2 diabetes. Self-reported physical activity is also associated with decreased risk of developing diabetes.

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Wei, M., Schwertner, H.A. & Blair, S.N. The association between physical activity, physical fitness, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Compr Ther 26, 176–182 (2000). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12019-000-0006-9

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