Activity: Getting Started and Tips

GETTING STARTED ON AN ACTIVITY PROGRAM

Before starting an activity program, check with your healthcare provider.

Icon 1 with caption: select activities you like Icon 2 with caption: try to combine all three types of activity in your program Icon 3 with caption: start your program slowly Icon 4 with caption: activities can continue to lower your glucose up to 12 hours after activity Icon 5 with caption: set goals Icon 6 with caption: keep an exercise log Icon 7 with caption: do let yourself become discouraged when you miss some days Icon 8 with caption: check your glucose each time before complete an activity Icon 9 with caption: check your glucose after an activity Icon 10 with caption: drink lots of water before, during and after activities Icon 11 with caption: wear medical identification Icon 12 with caption: stay out of very cold or very hot weather

ACTIVITY TIPS

If you have foot problems:

+ Wear shoes that fit well and soft socks

+ Use insoles for more cushioning

+ Use insoles for more cushioning

+ Check your feet before and after activities

+ If you do not have feeling in your feet or you have severe foot problems, try swimming, biking, chair activities, arm activities, and rowing

If you have severe eye problems, avoid vigorous-intensity aerobic or resistance activities such as:

+ Weight lifting

+ High-impact dance classes

+ Jogging

+ Racquet sport

Speech bubble with text "If your glucose is over 250 mg/dL and you have ketones in your urine, do not exercise"

You should consult with your healthcare provider before restarting any activity. Wait until your blood sugar is
lower and the ketones go away.

This site is for educational purposes only. Talk to your doctor or healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health.    

RESOURCES

Carb Counting
Carb Counting (Spanish Edition)
CCS Diabetes Guide
CCS Diabetes Guide (Spanish Edition)
Healthy Snacks
Healthy Snacks (Spanish Edition)
Building A Healthy Meal
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