User:LeagueFanNik/Wikibooks Projects/The effects of Resistance Training on the HbA1c of Type II Diabetes

What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a group of metabolic disorders characterised by hyperglycemia resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. The type 2 form of the disease is associated with obesity and physical inactivity.(5)

What is the HbA1c?
Strict control of the hyperglycemia is an essential part of the management of diabetes in order to prevent chronic progression of the complications.

Resistance Training : A Definition
Resistance training involved using weights such as a dumbbell, barbell or other type of resistance against the muscles to increase muscular strength. A program set up for those at risk of type 2 diabetes, utilising resistance training is that of Lift for Life

Benefits of Resistance training for the HbA1c
There are many benefits of using Resistance training on the HbA1c of people with Type II Diabetes, The 'Lift for Life' program based on research conducted by Baker IDI which showed that using strength training, there were changes in blood glucose control which matched and sometimes exceeded that which is normally produced by the traditional drug solutions, is one such program that shows benefits. This program was recognised in 2005 by the Australian Government as an important resource for type II diabetics and agreed to support it's further development and implementation throughout the nation to improve quality of life.