2. INTRODUCTION
Regular, controlled exercise has a very
important role to play in diabetes
management. Exercise has the potential to
control diabetes through non-medical means,
reduce the severity of the disease, and
significantly reduce the risk of long- term
complications.
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3. BESIDES BOOSTING ENERGY
LEVELS, EXERCISE LEADS TO:
Improved blood sugar control
Improved heart health
Improved weight control
It healps to build stamina and provides a
sence of well being.
It tones up the body and improves blood
circulation.
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4. TYPES OF EXERCISE
Aerobic exercise:- dancing,swimming or
water exercises, playing tennis, stationary
bicycle indoors.
Strenght- training:- training with weight,
elastic bands,
Flexibility exercises:-walking, swimming
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5. EXERCISE INTENSITY, FREQUENCY
AND DURATION:
INTENSITY:- Should be low to moderate
FREQUENCY:- for IDDM five to seven days
a week and for NIDDM four to five days a
week.
DURATION:- for IDDM 20-30 minutes per
session and for NIDDM 40-60 minutes per
session.
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6. EXERCISE GUIDELINES
Check blood glucose levels frequently or
before exercising
Exercise one to two hours after meal
Consume a carbohydrate snack before and
during prolonged exercise.
Initiate the exercise programme gently and
build it up gradually under doctor’s advise.
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7. EXERCISE GUIDELINES
Exercise should be done regularly and
preferably at the same time of the day.
Intensity of exercise should not vary too
much from day to day.
Do not exercise if blood sugar values are
high and if diabeties is not under control.
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8. Exercise tips
Wear correct footwear
Avoid dehydration
Test blood glucose before and after exercise,
if possible
Know the symptoms of low blood sugar
Know when to stop
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