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When's the best time to exercise?
Overweight or obese people should exercise in the evening to best manage their blood sugar, according to new research from Spain.
Working out in the evening was linked to lower overall blood sugar levels in men and women and was more beneficial in participants with prediabetes.
“Our results highlight the importance of the field of precision exercise prescription,” study author Jonatan R. Ruiz, a professor of physical activity and health at the University of Granada, said in a Monday statement.
“In clinical practice, certified sports and medical personnel should consider the optimal timing of the day to enhance the effectiveness of the exercise and physical activity programs they prescribe,” he added.
Over 38 million Americans have diabetes, which is characterized by elevated blood sugar levels.
The findings will be published later this year in Obesity, the Obesity Society’s flagship journal.