Exercise and Diabetes

Diabetes and exercise should go hand in hand. Whether you're scaling mountains, working out with a trainer at the gym, or taking long walks around your neighborhood, making physical activity a part of your daily routine can improve blood sugar control, help manage weight, maintain heart health, and convey myriad other benefits. Learn what you need to know about safely and effectively incorporating exercise into your diabetes life.

Reviewed by Francine Kaufman, MD. 4/08

Walking The world's number-one easiest and most popular way to get and stay fit.	Workouts & How-Tos From chair exercises and lifting soup cans to power walking and weight lifting, get step-by-step instructions here.
Exercise Tips & Tools Looking for advice and quick tips and tricks on getting fit while managing your blood sugar? It's here.	Exercise How-To Videos Easy, quick exercises perfect for seniors or for anyone who isn't a die-hard gym rat.
Aerobic Fitness Aerobic activities require oxygen to provide energy. Learn what your aerobic fitness goals are based on your current activity level.	Muscular Fitness Muscular fitness involves muscular strength and endurance. Learn what your muscular training goals are based on your current activity level.
Flexibility and Balance To improve balance and flexibility, your exercise program should include a range of stretching and agility activities.	Fitness Self-Assessment Questions to ask yourself before starting your exercise program.
Setting Goals & Sticking with a Plan Setting goals is an important aspect of a successful exercise program. Learn how to set goals and stick with them!

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