Why should you exercise?
- lowers blood glucose levels
- lowers blood pressure
- improves blood flow
- burns extra calories so you can keep your weight down if needed
- improves your mood
- can prevent falls and improve memory in older adults
- may help you sleep better
How to keep safety in mind when you have diabetes?
- Plan ahead: Talk to your health care provider before you begin an exercise routine
- Prevent low blood glucose: Check your blood glucose level before, during and right after you are physically active.
- Take care your feet by wearing comfortable, supportive shoes.
What type of Exercise is safe when you have diabetes?
According to the National Institute of Health, one should keep safety in mind when starting a new exercise by starting slowly and progressing in time.
| How to add exercise to your daily routine: |
| -Walk around while you talk on the phone or during TV commercials. -Do chores, such as work in the garden, rake leaves, clean the house, or wash the car. -Park at the far end of the shopping center parking lot and walk to the store. -Take the stairs instead of the elevator. -Make your family outings active, such as a family bike ride or a walk in a park. |
| Type of exercise when you have diabetes: |
| Aerobic Exercises -walking briskly or hiking -climbing stairs -swimming or a water aerobics class -dancing riding a bicycle or a stationary bicycle -taking an exercise class -playing basketball, tennis, or other sports |
| Strength Training Exercises |
| Stretching Exercises |
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