Comparisons of aerobic training, resistance training, combined training, and no exercise for type 2 diabetes*
Outcomes at 6 monthsMean change from baselineDifference in change between groups (95% CI)
CombinedAerobicResistanceNo exercise
HbA1c concentration (%)−0.430.07−0.51 (−0.87 to −0.14)
−0.300.07−0.38 (−0.72 to −0.22)
−0.90−0.43−0.46 (−0.83 to −0.09)
−0.90−0.30−0.59 (−0.95 to −0.23)
Body weight (kg)−2.6−0.3−2.2 (−3.9 to −0.6)
Waist circumference (cm)−3.0−1.0−2.1 (−4.1 to −0.2)
  • *Hb  =  haemoglobin; CI defined in glossary. Analysis based on a mixed-effects model and adjusted for age, sex, training site, and hypoglycaemic medication.

  • *Hb  =  haemoglobin; CI defined in glossary. Analysis based on a mixed-effects model and adjusted for age, sex, training site, and hypoglycaemic medication.