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Published on Aug 23, 2016

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Regular physical activity helps control and manage diabetes.

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at least 150+ minutes / week of PA is recommended

As long as client is stable, encourage them to move!
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If possible, check blood sugar before exercise.

If less than 100, have a small snack.
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Pre-activity snack: 15-25 grams of carbs

  • Small glass of juice
  • Glucose tabs
  • Small piece of fruit
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If pre-exercise blood sugar is 100-250

then exercise is safe for Type 1 and Type 2. 
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If pre-exercise blood sugar is between 250-300

If
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and blood sugar more than 300 then NO EXERCISE.

If type 1 diabetes
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and blood sugar MORE than 300 then EXERCISE is safe as long as they are well hydrated .

If type 2 diabetes
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If taking insulin

Inject in non-exercising muscle like abdomen.
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Make sure client has diabetes ID bracelet. Especially for those on insulin.

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PA can lower blood sugar.

Take hard candy, or glucose tabs in case sugar drops.
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PA is safe for diabetics.

However, some precautions are needed:

Take a cell phone

In case of emergency
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Stay hydrated.

Water is best.
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After activity.

It may be hard to feel the feet, so check for blisters.
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Weight control is important

  • Exercise
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