Managing Blood Sugar with Exercise
Movement lowers glucose and improves insulin sensitivity for up to 48 hours.
How it works
Active muscles take up glucose without needing as much insulin. A 10-minute walk after meals can reduce spikes noticeably.
Types of exercise
Aerobic exercise lowers glucose during activity, and resistance training improves sensitivity over time. Combining both works best.
Safety tips
If you use insulin, check glucose before, during and after activity and carry carbohydrate. Intense exercise can temporarily raise levels.
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Time in range73 %
Below range2 %
Above range25 %
GMI6.9 %
International consensus targets are above 70% time in range and under 4% below range.
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