Exercise
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Exercise works the same way. Taking that first step can be hard, especially if you've been diagnosed with diabetes. Remember -- it's never too late. You can always improve your level of fitness.
What is Exercise?
Exercise is also known as physical activity and includes anything that gets you moving. Learn more about how exercise can make you feel better physically and mentally.
Overcoming Barriers
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"The I Hate to Exercise" Book can help you turn everyday activities like walking, cutting the grass, or watching TV into opportunities to strengthen your heart and muscles and improve your diabetes control.
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The Training Fan can help you adapt your workout to the time and equipment available at home, on the road, or in the gym. Includes 84 exercises, 20 stretches, 3 complete pre-set workouts and training logs to track your progress.
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There's no question, taking that first step for your own personal exercise program can be hard. Maybe you've never exercised. Maybe you used to, but stopped. Learn how you can overcome your exercise barriers.
Types of Exercise
Learn more about aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises.
Getting Started
Learn how to start an exercise routine that is safe and enjoyable.
ClubPed
ClubPed is the Association's new online feature. You already walk every day. Now all you have to do is track your walking steps. Set a goal and start walking. Walk alone, with a friend, or in a group. ClubPed can help you get started and maintain your walking program, while offering some cool rewards.
Good Health Has its Rewards: Walk Away A Winner!
Walking is a great way to get fit: It improves circulation and mobility, promotes weight loss and even helps reduce stress. And there's no better time to begin a walking routine than right now.
Tools
Getting Exercise Around the House
Do you know what you can do in your life to increase your activity level? Check out this section from the Diabetes Learning Center for ideas.
Small Steps. Big Rewards. Prevent type 2 diabetes.
The National Diabetes Education Program has designed a national awareness campaign to target people at risk for type 2 diabetes. The campaign will create awareness that type 2 diabetes can be prevented through modest lifestyle changes and losing about 5 to 7 percent of body weight.
Nutrition
When it comes to managing your diabetes, exercise and nutrition go hand-in-hand. Visit our Nutrition area to learn more.
