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Diabetes Tip #11
More "I Hate To Exercise" Tips
So you've come up with some new excuses to not exercise? Don't worry - we have the answers to your troubles.
"I'm afraid I'll get low blood glucose."
If you're taking a medication that could cause low blood glucose, talk to your health care provider about ways to
exercise safely.
"Walking hurts my knees."
Try chair yoga or swimming for no stress on your knees.
"It's too hot outside."
Walk inside a school or a cool shopping center.
"It's not safe to walk in my neighborhood."
Find an indoor exercise class, such as ones offered at a community center.
"I'm afraid I'll make my condition worse."
Get a checkup before planning your fitness routine so you can discuss what's safe for you.
"I can't afford to join a fitness center or buy equipment."
Do something that doesn't require fancy equipment, such as walking. Or you can use cans of food for weights.
"Exercise is boring."
Try different activities on different days. Mix it up and you'll avoid making exercise tedious.
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Diabetes Tip #1
Walking with a friend... what could be better? Morning exercise is recommended.
Diabetes Tip #2
As a diabetic, you must always keep yourself well hydrated, and water is best.
Diabetes Tip #3
Diabetic foot complications are the number one cause of nontraumatic foot amputations in the United States.
More Diabetes Tips:
Diabetes Tip #4
Candy or toys?
Diabetes Tip #5
Feed a cold.
Diabetes Tip #6
Enjoy your exercise.
Diabetes Tip #7
Hyperglycemia?
Diabetes Tip #8
Your sweet tooth.
Diabetes Tip #9
Pre-diabetes?
Diabetes Tip #10
I hate to exercise.
Diabetes Tip #11
Still hate to exercise.
Diabetes Tip #12
Handful of nuts.
Diabetes Tip #13
Anyone can have diabetes.
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