The majority of diabetes cases are type 2. This is primarily (but not solely) a lifestyle disease. However, it may not be your sweet tooth and carb cravings that lead to it!
We will discuss the pathophysiology of type 2 diabetes and how it can lead to numerous other life-threatening diseases. Better understand your clients who have it and enhance your effectiveness in helping them.
Key Takeaways:
- Explain the pathophysiology of type 2 diabetes and how it contributes to the development of other life-threatening conditions.
- Identify key lifestyle and non-lifestyle factors that contribute to the onset and progression of type 2 diabetes.
- Apply enhanced understanding of type 2 diabetes to more effectively support and guide clients living with the condition.
| Attachment | Size |
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 PDF - Fitness and Type 2 Diabetes.pdf | 4.63 MB |
2:00pm Central
(12:00pm Pacific / 3:00pm Eastern)
On Oct 24th, 2025
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Rick Richey, DHSc
Rick has worked in the fitness industry since 2002 as a personal trainer, licensed massage therapist, college and university adjunct professor, NASM faculty instructor, author, and creator of the “Type 2 Diabetes Fitness Specialist” course for the MedFit Education Network. He has presented at numerous fitness conferences within the US and internationally. As an entrepreneur, he is the founder and owner of Independent Training Spot, with six gyms based in NYC, with plans to expand. He also co-owns RēCOVER, the world’s first recovery studio.
