The benefits of exercise for diabetes.
For many, building muscle and staying fit is a priority, and for people with diabetes, this journey is laden with unique challenges and opportunities. Diabetes, whether type 1 or type 2, poses certain considerations when it comes to physical fitness, particularly in muscle-building. However, with proper guidance and understanding, one can successfully grow and maintain…
Discover how playing golf can have a positive impact on your blood sugar control. People have enjoyed golf for centuries. It is a sport that is known for its calming effect and the beautiful scenery it provides. But did you know that playing golf can have a positive impact on blood sugar control? In this article,…
Diabetes is a chronic disease in which your body doesn’t use glucose or sugar correctly. It happens when the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin, the hormone that moves sugar out of the blood and into cells, or when cells don’t respond to insulin as they should. In this article, we will discuss how exercise can…
Keeping fit is essential to one’s health—and everybody knows it. It stands to reason that for someone with diabetes, the importance of staying healthy and fit is even greater. Yet many people with diabetes struggle to find ways to maintain a fitness plan or get and stay motivated. Fortunately, there are some strategies out there…
This series covers the 3 most important aspects of establishing a strength training program. Starting with the basics of a strength training routine such as goal setting, planning, and routines practice. Furthermore, how high-intensity interval training or HiiT can burn more fat. This article discusses the first step to a successful bodybuilding routine, goals, and…
Don’t feel bad if exercise hasn’t been on the forefront of your to-do list. Life is busy! On average, people are moving their bodies less, standing or sitting at their desks more, and perhaps making less time for fitness and/or improving their diets at home. Such factors can and do play a part in the…
Diabetes is a chronic illness caused by the pancreas producing insufficient insulin (Type 1 diabetes) or poor insulin absorption (Type 2 diabetes). Insulin, the body’s blood sugar regulator, is responsible for your body’s metabolism as well. As such, a person with diabetes suffers from cells malfunctioning. Experts recommend lifting activities such as bodybuilding for better…
For people with diabetes, it’s common to focus on diet and medication as the main ways to stay healthy. While these two things are vital, there’s one other thing you can do to help with diabetes: exercise. Exercise can help lower blood sugar levels, reduce your risk of heart disease, and even slow down the…
Lifestyle disorders can be due to an unhealthy and sedentary lifestyle. If you’re a diabetic person, you must take care of your physical activity and diet. While the metabolic issues cause a surge in the blood glucose levels, you can do your bit to reduce it. Try to follow a regular and intense exercise routine…