We need young adults (18-30 years old) with and without TYPE 1 DIABETES!
Why is this research being done?
In individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D), the skeletal muscle plays a large role in controlling blood glucose and whole-body metabolism, however, we have recently found that even in young adults with T1D, changes to the health of skeletal muscle are observed. Exercise has been shown to improve skeletal muscle health in healthy individuals, yet the benefits of exercise on the skeletal muscle of people with T1D is virtually unknown. Diabetes Canada suggests 150 minutes of aerobic exercise coupled with two to three sessions of resistance training exercises. However, no study has shown whether these exercise prescriptions are appropriate to restore the health of skeletal muscle in those living with T1D.
What is the purpose of this study?
We are conducting this research study to learn more about muscle health in adults with and without T1D. With this study, we will determine:
- How T1D impacts the skeletal muscle and microvasculature (blood vessels in and around the muscles).
- How regular exercise can reverse these alterations in muscle health in T1D.
- How a period of detraining (no exercise) affects these exercise adaptations.
Participation details
There will be 5 visits to McMaster University over an 18-week period. Participants will be asked to complete a lead-in and baseline visit, 12 weeks of at-home exercise, followed by one week of detraining and four weeks of retraining.
For your time, we will provide $250 compensation, and a Garmin Venu Sq watch which will be worn for the duration of the study. If you have T1D, we will provide you with the DEXCOM G7 CGM system to wear for the period of the study duration (and keep thereafter).
If you would like to know more about the study, please visit our FAQs and Resources page!
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