Type 2 diabetes is also increasing in
prevalence in children and adolescents,
with increasingly sedentary behavior and
obesity as key contributors. No RCTs
have been completed that address
whether PA or exercise prevents type 2
diabetes in youth. However, limited studies
suggest that, to prevent and manage
type 2 diabetes, goals for youth should
include limiting daily screen time (television,
computer, or video game) to less
than 60 min/day and doing at least 60
min/day of PA (188). A multicenter trial
(the TODAY study) is currently underway
to assess the role of PA as part of a behavioral
lifestyle intervention aimed at preventing
type 2 diabetes in youth