Mar 31 2010
Diabetes Diet Tip 5
Diabetes Diet Tip 5 – Take More Exercise
Start to become more physically active by walking – just 10 minutes a day at first. Then gradually build up the time and introduce simple strengthening exercises into your routine.
Weight loss experts agree that no weight loss plan is likely to work unless it includes physical activity. In fact, many of the people in a recent study said that boosting their activity levels was one of the most important keys to their success.
Exercise burns calories and tones the muscles. It also boosts your muscle cells’ insulin sensitivity, making your body more efficient at using glucose and thereby lowering your blood sugar. Furthermore, people who exercise have more success keeping weight off in the long term than people who simply watch what they eat. And exercise feels good. In a future article you’ll discover how to get your body in motion with simple activities such as walking, stretching and gentle strength training.