 Exercise & Healthy Weight
Another great benefit of staying active is that it can help you maintain a healthy weight. Some kids never give a thought to how much they weigh. For others, it can be a big issue. Maybe you were a little overweight before you found out you had diabetes, or maybe you've added some pounds since you were diagnosed. Either way, keeping active can help you get to and stay at a weight that's right for you.
Before you get too far along, talk with your doctor about your weight. You may be a little overweight. Or it could be that you're right on target for a kid your size and age. It's hard to know sometimes, so talk to your doctor to get the scoop. Your doctor may also recommend some changes in your meal plan, insulin schedule, or activities that could help.
If you and your doctor determine that you could benefit from increased activity, great! There are lots of fun and interesting things you can do, and chances are you'll feel a thousand times better once you start being active.
Maybe you're not too excited about the whole idea. Maybe you can think of a zillion things you'd rather be doing than playing sports or riding your bike. Fair enough. Start small. You don't have to make major life changes to have an impact on your weight, your diabetes management, and how you feel about yourself.
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