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Walking and Diabetes

Walking may reduce the risk of diabetes. Proper foot care and exercise concerns for diabetics.
Exercise Improves Blood Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes
Studies show that exercise by itself improves blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes.
How Much Walking Do You Need for Diabetes Control?
Researchers found direct links between walking and improving health markers and insuling control for people with diabetes.
Walk 30 Minutes a Day to Cut Diabetes Risks at Any Weight
No excuses - get out and walk for 30 minutes a day as your minimum daily requirement for health and to prevent Type 2 diabetes. A study by the Graduate School of Public Health, University of Pittsburgh, published in the Oct. 1, 2003 American Journal of Epidemiology discovered that walking for 30 minutes a day cut diabetes risks for overweight as well as non-overweight men and women.
10 Tips for Walking with Diabetes
Walking is the right prescription for most diabetics. How to start walking and keep walking, with tips to walk safely with diabetes. From your About Guide to Walking.
Exercising with Diabetes
Why you need exercise, what to do before, what to watch out for.
Exercise and Diabetes
Regular cardio and strength training exercise, along with a healthy diet can help you avoid Type 2 diabetes.
Walk Away Metabolic Syndrome
When a group of people exercised regularly (a daily brisk 30 minute walk, for example) over a period of 8 months, their level of metabolic syndrome dramatically lowered, without changes to diet.
American Diabetes Association: Nutrition and Fitness
Guides on How to Get Started in Exercise, Exercise in Diabetes, and 20 Steps to Safe Exercise.
Foot Care in Diabetes
People with diabetes have an increased risk for infections, expecially in their feet. Decreased circulation and changes in the blood vessels in the extremities can cause healing to be delayed. Complications can be devastating, if cuts and sores become infected. Reduce the risk of complications and infections by following these tips.
ExCarbs System for Diabetic Exercise
A reprint from the book, "Stop the Rollercoaster" on how to get the right amount of carbs to maintain proper blood sugar levels during exercise.
Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association
Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association, membership details and events.
Exercise and Diabetes - Sports Medicine Tips
With proper control and reasonable precaution, diabetes should not keep anyone from participating in sports. While diabetes can be effectively managed, the associated risks require careful planning for training or competition.

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