the effects of high-intensity interval training on blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: a study in southwest papua

The prevalence of diabetes worldwide is increasing; other infectious diseases, such as obesity-related diseases, include hypertension, heart disease, dyslipidemia, and diabetes mellitus (dm). physical exercise is known to control blood sugar. this study aims to determine the effect of high-intensity interval training on blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. we conducted a pre and post-test laboratory experiment with 20 participants who underwent hiit, including outdoor running, treadmill exercises, and exercise bikes, with a 1:3 work-to-rest ratio. blood sugar levels were assessed before and after the intervention. our study found a statistically significant decrease in blood sugar levels following the hiit intervention (p-value = 0.001). these results suggest that high-intensity interval training can effectively lower blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus.