Diabetologia July 2014 PMID 24817675

'Exercise snacks' before meals: a novel strategy to improve glycaemic control in individuals with insulin resistance.

Monique E Francois, James C Baldi, Patrick J Manning, Samuel J E Lucas, John A Hawley, Michael J A Williams, James D Cotter

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The discussions collectively emphasize the practical benefits of short, intense exercise sessions before meals, describing it as a 'novel strategy' and 'game changer' for controlling blood sugar levels, with posts referencing multiple studies and personal or clinical recommendations. The tone and choice of words, like 'effective,' 'beneficial,' and 'time-efficient,' underscore the high perceived impact and interest in adopting these insights in daily routines.

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Most discussions strongly support the idea that short, intense exercise before meals improves blood sugar control, with several posts highlighting the effectiveness of 'exercise snacks' and agreeing with the research findings.

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The discussions show high interest, as many posts explore the concept of exercise timing, different exercise routines, and implications for managing insulin resistance.

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Participants actively reference scientific concepts, share strategic tips, and even debate origins and terminology, indicating deep involvement and thoughtful discussion.

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The collective tone suggests that this research could influence public health strategies, with posts emphasizing its practical benefits and potential to change general exercise habits, especially for managing conditions like insulin resistance.

Abstract in brief

  • This study investigated whether short bursts of intense exercise before meals (called exercise snacks) can help people with insulin resistance better control their blood sugar compared to longer, moderate exercise sessions.
  • The results showed that exercise snacks significantly lowered blood sugar levels after breakfast and dinner, and also reduced overall 24-hour blood glucose more effectively than a single prolonged exercise session.
  • Incorporating brief, intense exercise before meals appears to be a time-efficient and effective method to improve blood sugar management in individuals with insulin resistance.]

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Studies show that breaking your exercise into three 12-minute sessions is more effective at reducing and maintaining lower blood sugar levels than a single 30-minute session. https://t.co/V8IMH2OU5q #exercise #fitness https://t.co/qe6QVOgA5K

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Studies show that breaking your exercise into three 12-minute sessions is more effective at reducing and maintaining lower blood sugar levels than a single 30-minute session. https://t.co/V8IMH2OmfS https://t.co/h5pbR2ldi1

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Origin of the term “exercise snacks” yep not a twitter original idea. “Exercise snacks” before meals: a novel strategy to improve glycaemic control in individuals with insulin resistance. https://t.co/pOrc0yQmvb https://t.co/hxK5TpXBvO

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@jacksonfyfe And if you timed those short sessions before your 3 main meals of the day... =Improved 24hr glycemic control! =Win win!! https://t.co/5kMUqXdffv

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Studies show that breaking your exercise into three 12-minute sessions is more effective at reducing and maintaining lower blood sugar levels than a single 30-minute session. https://t.co/V8IMH2OU5q #exercise #fitness https://t.co/qe6QVOgA5K

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Study showing that short, intense exercise before eating can improve your control of blood sugar. Possibly a strategy to reduce insulin resistance? https://t.co/cMRNb40hqc

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A small bout of exercise before eating a main meal: AKA 'Exercise Snack' is an effective approach to help improve glycemic control in those with insulin resistance. Results showed

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Nathan Townsend
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@jacksonfyfe And if you timed those short sessions before your 3 main meals of the day... =Improved 24hr glycemic control! =Win win!! https://t.co/5kMUqXdffv

Aug 28, 2023 · 9 likes · 1 share · 1,193 followers View post →
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Любопытно, что для инсулин-резистентной популяции "тренировочные снеки" снижают уровень глюкозы после еды (а также спустя сутки после еды) сильнее, чем традиционные 30-минутные прогулки с пульсом 60% от максимума https://t.co/lgeMDf3nVY

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@Retlouping · X

Origin of the term “exercise snacks” yep not a twitter original idea. “Exercise snacks” before meals: a novel strategy to improve glycaemic control in individuals with insulin resistance. https://t.co/pOrc0yQmvb https://t.co/hxK5TpXBvO

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Stuart Phillips (he/him)
@mackinprof · X

‘Snacktivity™’ to increase physical activity: Time to try something different?https://t.co/rrvbadRpyn @JohnAHawley "Snacktivity" now a TM term? Perhaps you and Jim Cotter should have branded that in 2014? https://t.co/zE89uKE2A7 What's old is new?

Nov 12, 2021 · 21 likes · 3 shares · 55,914 followers View post →
Nutrisense
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Short on time but eager to improve your #glucose? A small #research study found that just 6 x 1-minute exercise intervals can help improve glycemic control in individuals with insulin resistance! Study: https://t.co/T21eYQ01ND https://t.co/uXkaEiZUaO

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Stuart Phillips (he/him)
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@veryenglishyogi @gibalam Yes, it's beneficial and all activity counts and increasing body of literature emphasizes that prolonged periods of sedentary activity - desk sitting - are not great and may go some way to 'counteracting' higher intensity work. See this paper: https://t.co/9zsugQhUrT in which

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