Exercise

Exercise and keeping active is an essential part of staying healthy.   Whether it be walking, swimming, playing  sports, running, or other activities, engaging in movement makes your muscles work and helps build bone density.  Exercise makes your body burn calories.  It is also good for weight management.

Benefits of staying active:

1. Exercise build muscle and enhances your endurance and stamina.
2. Boosts energy and enhances your mood.
3. Helps your mobility and flexibility.
4. Reduces risk of chronic disease or cardiovascular risk.
5. Reduces perception of pain..
6. Helps with relaxation and sleep hygiene.

You have a choice of what you like to do to stay active.  What works for one may be very different from what works for another.   It is important to be and stay active as it is an essential part of the multi-factor formula for keeping well with diabetes.