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The literature on physical activity (PA) in adults with cystic fibrosis,
particularly in those with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD), is limited.
PA may be an important part of blood glucose management in CFRD. The purpose of
this study was to describe PA levels in adults with CFRD and determine their
adherence to the Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA) aerobic exercise training
guidelines. Methods: Adults with CFRD were recruited from a hospital-based CF
clinic. PA was measured using the Seven-Day Physical Activity Recall (telephone
interview), adherence to CFRD management with the Self-Care Inventory-Revised
(questionnaire), and blood glucose control from glycated hemoglobin levels
documented in participants' medical chart within 3 months. Results: Eighteen
adults (mean age 41 [SD 9] y) with diagnosed CFRD participated in the study. They
varied in volume of PA (range 13,080-17,362 metabolic equivalent min/wk). Of the
study participants, 12 (67%) met the CDA guidelines of 150 minutes of moderate to
vigorous PA per week with no more than 2 consecutive days without exercise. No
differences were found in clinical factors between those who met the aerobic
exercise guidelines and those who did not. Conclusion: The majority of
individuals with CFRD are meeting the recommended amount of aerobic PA. The
factors influencing PA and blood glucose control in adults with CFRD require
further investigation.

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