Diabetes Fitness

Exercise Safety and Diabetes

Q. Are there any safety issues for people with diabetes when they exercise?

A. Exercise is very important for people with diabetes to stay healthy, but there are a few things to watch out for.

If you have certain diabetes complications, there are some kinds of

Diabetes and Exercise

Q. As a diabetic, are there any extra benefits of exercising?

Exercise has many health benefits, and for someone with diabetes regular exercise combined with a good diet can help control diabetes. Exercise not only burns calories, which can help with weight

Low Blood Sugar While Exercising

Q. When I exercise, my blood sugar tends to drop. What can I do to avoid this?

A. If low blood sugar interrupts your exercise routine, try eating a snack before you exercise or adjusting your medication. If you notice symptoms such as hunger, nervousness, shakiness, or

Best Time to Exercise

Q. When is the best time to exercise?

A. If you exercise in the morning, you can jump start your metabolism for the day, but if you’re not a morning person, don’t force yourself to exercise then. The best time to

Cardio versus Strength Training

Q. Which type of exercise is better for me

A. Both aerobics, or cardiovascular exercise, and strength training with weights or resistance are excellent forms of exercise, and you should include both in your fitness regimen. However,

Burn Fat and Build Muscle

Q. What

A. In conjunction with a healthy diet, strength training with slow, controlled movements to the point of muscle fatigue is the best way to increase your metabolism, burn fat and build muscle. To

Effect of Exercise on Blood Sugar Levels

Q. Does exercise decrease or increase blood sugar levels?

A.In people with diabetes, exercise may either increase or a decrease blood sugar

Safe Blood Sugar Levels for Exercise

Q. With respect to blood sugar levels, when is it safe to exercise?

A. To determine if it’s safe to exercise, you need to know if your blood sugar is