Yes You Can Exercise with Type 2 Diabetes

If you have type 2 diabetes, don't think you can't exercise.

Exercise is one of the most straightforward and practical ways, which you can control, blood sugar and greatly reduces the dangers of cardiovascular disease. Everyone likes the idea of getting into shape, but when it comes down to actually doing it, this is another story. In today's society, with all our connivances, one does not have a lot of reason to get up from their chairs, much less take along vigorous walk.


It is a fact that everyone no matter what his or her state of health may be, should exercise. At the same time, experts estimate that only 30% of the American population gets the recommended thirty minutes of physical activity per day. In addition, 25% of the 30% are not active at all. It is believed that this inactivity is one of the main factors in the course of Type 2 diabetes in the United States today. Inactivity along with obesity promotes insulin resistance.

It is never to late to start moving and easing into an exercise program. This is one of the easiest and simplest ways to gain control over your diabetes. If you have Type 2 diabetes, the exercise you take part in will improve insulin sensitivity, lower the risk of heart disease, and promote weight loss.

It is a sobering thought to realize that diabetes is on the rise. The number of diagnosed cases of diabetes increased each year by 48%, between the years of 1980 and 1994 and has been continuing on this path every since. The greatest majority of new cases of diabetes Type 2 occur in those who are around middle age. If you are experiencing increased thirst, appetite, and increased urination. You may also feel fatigued, edgy, or sick to your stomach. Additional symptoms may include, blurred vision, tingling or loss of feeling in the hands.

Although the cause of Type 2 diabetes is not completely understood, research is on going.