Vol 11, No 4 (2010): Practical Diabetology
Review article
Published online: 2010-12-30
Sport achievements and diabetes
Diabetologia Praktyczna 2010;11(4):136-141.
Abstract
Sport is an integral therapy part of diabetes mellitus.
Because of its systemic action it has many positive
effects such as normalization of lipid balance and
fibrinolitic activity of plasma, lowering the risk of
microangiopathy, reducing of blood pressure and
strengthening of the osteoarticular system. Regular
physical activity ensures regulated body mass,
appropriate glicemic levels and lowers the levels of
stress and discomfort caused by a chronic disease
therefore improving well-being.
This article presents athletes who have succeeded
at a global level regardless of diabetes.
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(Diabet. Prakt. 2010; 11, 4: 136-141)
Keywords: diabetes mellitusathletesphysical activity