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Pro Fit Lifestyle’s Type 2 Diabetes Group Program is an 8-week program designed to educate Type 2 Diabetes patients on how to use diet and exercise to manage their condition.
Delivered by accredited Exercise Physiologists, Dieticians and Diabetes Health Professionals, the program equips Type 2 Diabetes patients with the skills and knowledge needed to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
‘Physical Activity is a Cornerstone of Type 2 Diabetes Treatment’ - Praet SFE, van Loon, LJC; Exercise: the brittle cornerstone of type 2 diabetes.
‘Resistance Training provides the biggest impact on Glycaemic Control and Insulin Sensitivity’ - Eves ND, Plotnikoff RC; Resistance Training and Type 2 Diabetes
Why exercise?
Exercise is a vital component in the management of any chronic condition, helping to improve a wide range of symptoms, including muscle and bone strength, mobility, cardiovascular function and depression. Please refer to the Exercise is Medicine page for more information.
What are the benefits of the Type 2 Diabetes Group Program?
| Benefits of group intervention for patients with Type 2 Diabetes* |
Additional benefits of group intervention |
| Decreased glycosylated haemoglobin (~1.4mmol in 4-6months) |
Decreased anxiety/ stress symptoms |
| Decreased fasting blood glucose (~1.2mmol/L) |
Increased daily functional ability and quality of life |
| Increased management and control |
Improved BMD |
| Decreased systolic blood pressure (~5mmHg in 4-6 months) |
Increased musculature - arthritis management, prevent falls and injuries from falls |
| Decreased dependency on medications (1 in 5 patients) |
Minimised disease progression and even reverse existing disease |
| Improved cholesterol control |
Improved balance and flexibility |
| Improved blood lipids - decreased body weight(~1.6kg in 6 months) |
Improved sleep quality and quantity |
| Increased insulin function |
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*(Findings from 13 key studies) Dr Janelle Barnard, PhD, PD: Group Intervention Services for People with Type 2 Diabetes, A Literature Review, 15th March 2007
Program outline:
| Week 1 |
Exercise Physiologist |
Introduction & outline of the program |
| Week 2 |
Exercise Physiologist |
Introduction to home program & exercise techniques |
| Week 3 |
Diabetes Educator/Dietician |
Diet and Type 2 Diabetes |
| Week 4 |
Exercise Physiologist |
Group Cardio Circuit |
| Week 5 |
Exercise Physiologist |
HR and Exercise Intensity Education |
| Week 6 |
Exercise Physiologist |
Group Resistance Circuit |
| Week 7 |
Diabetes Educator/Dietician |
Diet and Type 2 Diabetes |
| Week 8 |
Exercise Physiologist |
Group Cardio & Resistance Circuit |
Am I eligible to undertake a Type 2 Diabetes Group Program?
To be eligible for this program, you must be diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes and have a completed Type 2 Diabetes Group Program Referral Form from your GP.
 Click here to view our Type 2 Diabetes Brochure
Click here to view our Type 2 Diabetes Group Program Referral Form
What if I’m pre-diabetic?
The term ‘pre-diabetic’ refers to patients that are at high risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes, but have yet to be diagnosed. The Type 2 Diabetes Group Program educates pre-diabetic patients on how exercise can be used as a preventative measure for Type 2 Diabetes.
What is the cost of the program?
For details on the cost of the Type 2 Diabetes Program, please click on the below links:
1. Medicare Rebates – Type 2 Diabetes Program
2. Private Health Insurance
3. Private Patients
When does the program start?
Group sessions commence at regular intervals throughout the year.
Please call Pro Fit Lifestyle on 1300 052 125 to find out when the next program starts.
Any questions?
If you have any further questions about Pro Fit Lifestyle’s Type 2 Diabetes Group Program,
please call 1300 052 125 or complete our online enquiry form |
