More and more people with type 1 diabetes are active and it is clear that even with type 1 diabetes it is possible to reach the highest level in sport there are clearly benefits of exercise buit also challenges approximately 463 million people are currently living with diabetes worldwide and this . The new edition of this acclaimed title provides a practical guide to the risks and benefits of undertaking sport and general exercise for patients with diabetes fully updated to reflect the. Regular exercise is an essential component of any treatment plan for people who have type 2 diabetes the uks national service framework for diabetes standards states regular physical activity lowers the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by increasing insulin sensitivity there are two main issues in implementing the recommended strategy one is motivating patients to get moving and stay active the other is dealing with the risks associated with exercise . The new edition of this acclaimed title provides a practical guideto the risks and benefits of undertaking sport and general exercisefor patients with diabetes