Think of physical activity as medicine for treating any form of diabetes!
| Examples | Your Plans Here | |
| WHAT TO DO | swimming, biking, walking, dancing, weight training, soccer, yoga, yard work | |
| FOR HOW LONG | 20 to 45 minutes of continuous exercise | |
| HOW INTENSE |
Light - I'm just getting started Moderate - Able to talk (but not sing) while exercising Hard - Approximately 70% of Maximal Heart Rate—if known |
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| HOW OFTEN |
Daily? 2 times per week? 5–7 days per week? |
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| PROGRESSION | Start at a comfortable speed & short duration. Then build up gradually—duration first, then intensity. | |
| WHEN TO DO IT |
Same Time Each Day. Preferably after a meal or snack. At a time that is convenient for you. |
For those taking a glucose lowering medication
| BLOOD SUGAR MANAGEMENT |
Prevent “lows” through proper timing, monitoring, snacking, and/or insulin/medication reduction. Prevent worsening “highs” by testing for ketones when blood sugar is over 240. |
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| SPECIAL ADJUSTMENTS |
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Reference
©Gary Scheiner MS, CDCES – Integrated Diabetes Services. May be reproduced and used for patient education, but not sold.