Impact of Structured Physical Activity Education Delivery in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Man or woman with type 2 diabetes
- Ready to begin regular physical activity
- Age equal to or greater than 18
- Age equal to or less than 64.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Any vascular disease
- Exhibits symptoms of coronary artery disease (CAD)
- History of losing balance because of dizziness
- History of losing consciousness
- Has a bone or joint problem that could be made worse by a change in physical activity
- Pregnant
- Has been excluded by the Patient's Physician for any other health-related reason not stated under these exclusion criteria.
Sites / Locations
- Barrie and Community Family Health Team Diabetes Program
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Active Comparator
Experimental
Unstructured Physical Activity and Exercise Education Delivery
Structured Physical Activity and Exercise Education Delivery
50 subjects will receive the standard approach to physical activity and exercise education from a Certified Diabetes Educator.
50 subjects will receive physical activity and exercise education and behaviour counseling from a qualified Exercise Specialist (Registered Kinesiologist). These subjects will receive access to a community health and fitness centre as well as exercise instruction and on-going support and motivation from a YMCA Wellness Coach who focuses on establishing healthy behaviors towards the attainment of personal goals. Subjects will be requested to complete a lifestyle questionnaire at each appointment with their Wellness Coach. Subjects will receive a Physical Activity and Exercise Journal that will help them keep track of their weekly physical activity and exercise activities.