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ACSM Personal Trainer

Category - Exercise Programming and Implementation

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Why is it important for clients with diabetes mellitus to avoid hypoglycemia during and after exercise?
  1. They may become lightheaded and sustain injury during workouts
  2. So that their body temperature does not become elevated too rapidly during activity
  3. Exercise enhances insulin receptor sensitivity and has an insulin-like effect on blood glucose
  4. It may result in claudication
Explanation
Answer: C - It important for clients with diabetes mellitus to avoid hypoglycemia during and after exercise because exercise enhances insulin receptor sensitivity and has an insulin-like effect on blood glucose. It is advisable for diabetics to monitor pre- and post-workout glucose levels closely.
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