A substantial number of pregnancies are complicated by gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and up to 70 % of women with GDM go on to develop type 2 diabetes. Given the extensive body of research suggesting physical activity reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes, facilitating physical activity, and reducing sedentary time may be effective approaches to promote the health of women with a previous GDM diagnosis. Here, we discuss physical activity, exercise, and sedentary behavior, in the context of GDM and the potential for type 2 diabetes risk reduction.
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Johnson, S. T., Lynch, B., Vallance, J., Davenport, M. H., Gardiner, P. A., & Butalia, S. (2016, April 1). Sedentary behavior, gestational diabetes mellitus, and type 2 diabetes risk: where do we stand? Endocrine. Humana Press Inc. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12020-015-0828-y
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