Effects of Morning vs Afternoon Resistance Exercise on Blood Sugar in Type 1 Diabetes

Timing of Resistance Exercise, Glucose Control and Exercise Adaptations in People With Type 1 Diabetes: a Randomised-controlled Trial

NA · Dasman Diabetes Institute · NCT05884814

This study tests whether doing resistance exercise in the morning or afternoon helps people with type 1 diabetes better control their blood sugar and improve their overall health.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment54 (estimated)
Ages21 Years to 60 Years
SexAll
SponsorDasman Diabetes Institute (other)
Locations1 site (Kuwait City)
Trial IDNCT05884814 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to compare the effects of resistance exercise performed in the morning versus the afternoon on blood glucose levels and cardiometabolic health outcomes in individuals with type 1 diabetes. Participants will engage in either morning or afternoon exercise sessions, and their blood glucose levels will be monitored to assess the impact of timing on glucose control. The study will also evaluate overall health improvements related to exercise timing. The research is being conducted at the Dasman Diabetes Institute in Kuwait City.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with type 1 diabetes for at least one year who have stable insulin therapy.

Not a fit: Patients with a BMI of 45 or higher, severe autonomic neuropathy, or other medical conditions that prevent safe exercise may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into optimal exercise timing for better blood glucose management in patients with type 1 diabetes.

How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into exercise and diabetes management, this specific comparison of exercise timing in type 1 diabetes is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Physician confirmed type 1 diabetes for at least 1 year
* Stable insulin therapy for 3 months prior to the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* BMI of 45 or higher
* BP of 160/100mmHg or higher
* autonomic neuropathy
* severe proliferative retinopathy
* joint or limb injuries preventing weight-bearing activity
* autonomic neuropathy
* severe proliferative retinopathy
* any other medical condition that prevents participants from exercising safely.

Where this trial is running

Kuwait City

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Type 1 Diabetes, exercise, circadian rhythm, glucose control, muscle, strength

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.