top of page
drdeepakchaturvedi

The Importance Of Regular Physical Activity For People With Diabetes

Regular physical activity is crucial for the management of diabetes. It helps improve blood glucose control, decreases #insulinresistance, reduces blood pressure, and improves cardiovascular health. It can also help with #weightmanagement and reduce the risk of developing other health complications associated with #diabetes.


Importance of Physical Activity in Diabetes

For people with diabetes, the American Diabetes Association recommends a minimum of 2 and a half hours of moderate to vigorous #physicalactivity weekly, spread over at least three days, without skipping more than two days. If you have any #health conditions, consult your #doctor before exercising.

Several physical activities can be incorporated into a #diabetesmanagement plan. Aerobic exercises like brisk walking, cycling, or swimming improve #cardiovascular health and #bloodsugarcontrol. Resistance training, such as #weightlifting or resistance bands, can help increase muscle mass, improving #insulinsensitivity and blood glucose control. Flexibility exercises, such as stretching or #yoga, can help improve the range of motion and prevent injury.

Incorporating physical activity into daily routines helps manage blood glucose levels. Ditch the elevators for stairs, walk after a meal, and park away from the entrance to increase #physicalactivity.

Monitoring the #bloodglucose levels before, during, and after physical activity is essential, especially if using #insulin or certain diabetes medications to prevent sudden hypoglycemia or #lowbloodsugar.

In addition to the physical benefits, regular physical activity can positively affect mental health, reducing stress and improving mood. Finding enjoyable forms of physical activity can help make it a regular part of a diabetes management plan.

Overall, incorporating regular physical activity into a diabetes management plan can have numerous benefits for both physical and mental health. Working with a #healthcare professional to create a safe and effective exercise routine tailored to individual needs and goals is essential.



I hope this helps.

Dr. Deepak Chaturvedi, M.D., Medicine

Diabetes Thyroid Obesity & Hormones Consultant

drdeepakchaturvedi.com | 9987002515



Comments


bottom of page