Get Moving
Diabetes and exercise go together perfectly. Physical activity is especially important for people with diabetes because it helps control blood glucose.
Circuit Training Workout
Circuit training is an exercise technique that alternates between strength training and aerobic activity in one workout session. Studies have shown that circuit training is an excellent way to increase cardiovascular health and muscle strength, as well as stave off boredom.
Pilates Workout
Pilates is a great way for people with diabetes to get moving because it helps improve flexibility, balance, and strength through gentle, fluid movements using your own body weight. Try pilates at home with this workout developed for people with diabetes.
The Chair Workout
This quick and easy workout is a great beginner's exercise. All you need is a chair and a piece of resistance tubing with handles. Try these exercises twice a week, in addition to 20 to 30 minutes of aerobic activity, and you'll find it's easy to make exercise a habit.
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