Physical Activity

Exercise is one of the best things you can do to help manage your diabetes, and there are a number of reasons why.

All people with diabetes – whether they have type 1 or type 2 – benefit greatly from exercise. So, what types of exercise for diabetes should you choose?

If you have arthritis, mobility issues or physical limitations, you can still enjoy a regular exercise regimen. The key is to choose activities that are safe. It’s also important to check with your healthcare team before beginning a new exercise regimen.

No doubt a healthcare professional has encouraged you to exercise to help manage your diabetes. It can be very confusing when you expect exercise to lower your blood sugar, but instead it rises.

If you have diabetes, you probably know that it’'s important to engage in regular physical activity. But do you know why?

I have been known to request (okay, insist) that my family come for a walk after a large holiday meal. I started doing this when I was pregnant with my son and I had gestational diabetes.

Get tips for safe exercising while living with diabetes. Discover exercise guidelines for people taking insulin or oral medications, and get recommendations for checking blood glucose levels before, during and after exercise.