Type 2 Diabetes - Unique Ways To Add Exercise or Physical Activity To Your Day
There are a number of ways to control and live quite comfortably with Type 2 diabetes.
Of course, eating right and controlling your blood sugar levels are the main ways.
If you haven't put on a pair of sneakers for some time, exercise might be a scary thought but exercise is another important factor.
Many people with Type 2 diabetes become more fit by simply walking, even if they have not been in the best of health, or have never really exercised before: how do they get started? There are actually some unique ways to add activity to your day without overdoing it.
A common misconception is that in order to efficiently exercise you need a gymnasium full of equipment at your disposal.
But that isn't true.
For starters who are new to the exercise way of life, walking is one of the most beneficial ways to improve your health.
It is easy, doesn't require equipment or even a partner, and can be done almost anywhere.
You can walk around your house or even up and down the street.
Running errands? Park at the far end of the parking lot.
If you go into a store, cover every aisle and the perimeter, one or more times.
When you get bored, go into another store and do it again.
Of if you have a mall nearby do some laps around the inside.
Does your home have two stories or a basement? Use the stairs and make multiple trips to perform a task on an opposing floor.
Or just make some runs up and down the stairs.
It won't take much to get the heart pumping and it's easy to stop when you need to.
Walking a dog can use a lot of energy, depending on the dog.
Walk them several times a day and both of you will benefit.
If you like being outside then look for an activity such as raking, sweeping the driveway or washing and waxing the car.
Cleaning out a flower garden or prepping one for new flowers can work up a sweat.
Stuck inside? Clean house.
This can include everything from vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, doing dishes, laundry or just general cleaning.
Something as simple as cleaning a bathroom burns more calories than you can imagine.
Your house will reflect how well you are doing.
If you need outside motivation, turn on the TV.
There is almost always an exercise program on at any given time of the day.
If you need to, tape some of your favorites and watch them when you are ready.
No matter what level of exercise you partake in, just getting your body moving is the key.
After taking that first step, you will have the confidence to work up to higher levels of fitness.
The good news is all types of exercise work, all help to lower your blood sugar level.
Of course, eating right and controlling your blood sugar levels are the main ways.
If you haven't put on a pair of sneakers for some time, exercise might be a scary thought but exercise is another important factor.
Many people with Type 2 diabetes become more fit by simply walking, even if they have not been in the best of health, or have never really exercised before: how do they get started? There are actually some unique ways to add activity to your day without overdoing it.
A common misconception is that in order to efficiently exercise you need a gymnasium full of equipment at your disposal.
But that isn't true.
For starters who are new to the exercise way of life, walking is one of the most beneficial ways to improve your health.
It is easy, doesn't require equipment or even a partner, and can be done almost anywhere.
You can walk around your house or even up and down the street.
Running errands? Park at the far end of the parking lot.
If you go into a store, cover every aisle and the perimeter, one or more times.
When you get bored, go into another store and do it again.
Of if you have a mall nearby do some laps around the inside.
Does your home have two stories or a basement? Use the stairs and make multiple trips to perform a task on an opposing floor.
Or just make some runs up and down the stairs.
It won't take much to get the heart pumping and it's easy to stop when you need to.
Walking a dog can use a lot of energy, depending on the dog.
Walk them several times a day and both of you will benefit.
If you like being outside then look for an activity such as raking, sweeping the driveway or washing and waxing the car.
Cleaning out a flower garden or prepping one for new flowers can work up a sweat.
Stuck inside? Clean house.
This can include everything from vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, doing dishes, laundry or just general cleaning.
Something as simple as cleaning a bathroom burns more calories than you can imagine.
Your house will reflect how well you are doing.
If you need outside motivation, turn on the TV.
There is almost always an exercise program on at any given time of the day.
If you need to, tape some of your favorites and watch them when you are ready.
No matter what level of exercise you partake in, just getting your body moving is the key.
After taking that first step, you will have the confidence to work up to higher levels of fitness.
The good news is all types of exercise work, all help to lower your blood sugar level.
