subject: Getting Started on a Diabetes Physical Activity Program [print this page] It has been seen that most people are very swift in their actions. They do things without even realizing their long term effects. One such example is of the people with diabetes, who want to transform them from couch potato to exercise nut overnight. The Type II diabetics may not be so keen to do this as most of them are not overweight with an exception of they would not be sluggards. An interesting research has shown that people in the habit of doing regular exercise throughout their lives has less chances of being diabetic. However, there are people who want to bring changes overnight, by abandon all sugar and fat consumption, jump onto the healthy bandwagon and join a health club.
This attitude never lasts long as it is so unrealistic and very difficult to maintain. It is better to avoid any such attitude; it is tiring and unhealthy for your body and soul. Instead of any quick moves, it is profitable to increase some physical activity. But here, it is important to have a physical examination first before becoming a part of any physical fitness club. Physical examination is crucial for the people having diabetes for more than 20 years as for them some exercise may be harmful. Your physical activities largely depend on your physical examination. By keeping in view your body conditions, you are advised some healthy physical activities.
Before starting any exercise plan, make sure that your diabetes is reasonably under control. Your blood glucose should remain constant most of the time and if you have a problem of ketoacidosis (building up of ketones in blood), it is better to cure these problems, before joining any exercise plan. One better idea is to look for times and events from your daily lifestyles, which are not actually the part of any exercise plan but can be used as a healthy physical activity. For instance, if you need to go to supermarket, it is better to park your car far from the market, so that you will walk to the store; use stairs instead of elevators; walk to the grocery store; get off the bus one or two stop earlier and walk to your destination; try to do house chores without seeking help from others; and so on.
For healthy living, try to bring some change in your physical activities. A little effort can bring a good positive wave of energy and freshness in your body. Stop driving everywhere, instead cycling is a better option and a very good physical activity. Avoid sitting idle for long period of times. Walk here and there visiting other people offices or cabins for greeting or saying hello. Don't take these things casually; these small activities bring something positive out of them, especially when you are a diabetic. Stay happy, spend good time with your family and friends, and indulge yourself in some kind of easy picking activities to stay healthy with diabetes.
Getting Started on a Diabetes Physical Activity Program
