Adherence to the recommended physical activity duration among Saudis with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Background: Physical activity is important in managing type 2 diabetes, since it leads to better glycemic control, decreases macrovascular complications, and controls diabetes-related comorbidities.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the levels of adherence to physical activity in Saudi adults with type 2 diabetes.

Method: Participants with type 2 diabetes mellitus who visited diabetes centers in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Hofuf and completed interviewer-administered electronic questionnaires between May 15 and November 31 in 2017 were included in this study.