Diabetes Awareness

Exercise and physical activity is great for your overall health, but it is especially great for people with pre-diabetes and diabetes. It can help lower blood glucose levels and also reduce the risk of other health complications.

The American Diabetes Association recommends two types of exercise: Cardiovascular Exercise and Strength Training.

CARDIO EXERCISE

Cardio exercise uses large muscle groups of your body in movement over a sustained period of time, and is rhythmic.

Benefits: Helps your body use insulin, strengthens heart and bones, improves circulation and relieves stress, and can help lower blood glucose and blood pressure, improving cholesterol.

How often: 30 min/day; 5 days a week

Examples:

• Stair climbing, brisk walking, running, jogging, cycling

• Dancing, swimming, sports, hiking, skating, skiing & snowboarding

• Moderate to heavy gardening

STRENGTH TRAINING

Strength training uses resistance to strengthen muscles.

Benefits: Strengthens bones and muscles reducing risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures.

How often: 2 days/week

Examples:

• Free weights or weight machines

• Resistance bands

• Using your own body weight

• Pushups, sit-ups, squats, lunges, wall-sits, planks

• Rock climbing

Whatever your routine, Don't forget to add regular Strength exercises for Warm-Up, Cool down, and Everyday Flexibility. Stretching is essential for improving flexibility, boosting your mood and increasing bone density.

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