Physical activity is critical for blood glucose management and overall health in individuals with diabetes and prediabetes.
Daily exercise can help overcome the ill effects
2 types of exercises are recommended for individuals with diabetes and those at risk of diabetes Aerobic exercise that includes walking. cycling jogging as well as swimming and resistance training at gym that includes free weight, weight machine, etc.
Be physically active and stay healthy
Decrease the amount of sedentary time
Doing both, aerobic and resistance, exercises daily is beneficial
At least 150 min/week of physical activity can help delay the onset of diabetes
Avoid prolonged sitting. Perform some activity every 30 minutes.
Children and adolescents should do exercise like grown-ups, i.e. 60 min/day
Regular exercise improves bone health, insulin sensitivity, blood pressure and heart health
Speak to your doctor today to know more about benefits of exercise in diabetes
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