Members of the alumni group of the Diabetes, Exercise and Healthy Lifestyle Program were reflecting on their experiences from previous winters and the challenges they faced in managing their diabetes.
Diet and Fitness Articles
Ideas for getting active as a family
Being physically active is always easier when you do it with others. Get ideas on how you can keep active as a family throughout the year.
Exercise and kids with type 1 diabetes
Whether they have diabetes or not, exercise is important for kids. However, there are some things to think about if you have a child with type 1 diabetes.
Impact of physical activity on blood pressure
Many complications of diabetes can be attributed to hypertension or high blood pressure. A more intensive approach to managing blood pressure has been shown to have large positive effects on reducing total and cardiovascular mortality compared with less intensive management.
Equipping diabetes professionals with exercise knowledge
The Canadian Diabetes Association has undertaken an interesting new nationwide initiative for physicians working with individuals with pre-diabetes or diabetes.
Do not let diabetes limit your running goals
A person with diabetes can run just as well as someone without diabetes. So, do not let diabetes limit your running goals.