Benefits of Regular Exercise

  • Exercise can take glucose out of the blood to be used by the muscles for energy during and after exercise resulting in lower blood glucose levels.
  • Exercise helps delay or stop large blood vessel and heart (cardiovascular) disease, the leading killer of people with diabetes.
  • Exercise assists with weight loss and control.
  • When beginning an exercise program, there are some important steps to take:
  • CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN before you start, especially if you have problems with your heart or your feet.
  • Eat a snack if your blood sugar is below 100 before exercise.
  • Carry fast-acting sugar and a snack with you.
  • Start slowly and choose an activity you ENJOY!
  • Goal should be 30 to 60 minutes of increased activity on most days of the week.