Table 46.3. Potential benefits and risks of exercise for older adults with diabetes
| Table 46.3. Potential benefits and risks of exercise for older adults with diabetes. | |
| Benefits | Risks |
Improved exercise tolerance Improved glucose tolerance Improved maximal oxygen consumption Increased muscle strength Decreased blood pressure Decreased body fat and increased muscle mass Improved lipid profile Improved sense of well-being | Sudden cardiac death Foot and joint injuries Hypoglycemia |