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Diabetes Fit

DiabetesFIT

DiabetesFIT is an exercise program designed for individuals with Type I or Type II diabetes or prediabetes who want to increase their fitness level and improve their blood sugar readings. We aim to educate you about the overall benefits of fitness, teach you proper form for exercises, and discuss health risks/complications associated with diabetes.

Class Details:

  • Located in the Athletic Training Clinic
  • $30 a month, FREE initial assessment
  • Tuesday and Thursday mornings - 8:30AM - 9:30AM
  • Monday and Thursday evenings - 5:30PM - 6:30PM

DiabetesFIT

Exercises & Benefits of DiabetesFIT

Classes utilize various exercises including:

  • Body weight
  • Machines
  • Resistance bands
  • Steps
  • Medicine balls & bosu balls
  • Cardio machines

Clients can expect improvements on:

  • Muscle tone
  • Core strength
  • Balance
  • Flexibility
  • Ease of activities of daily living
  • Stress
  • Relaxation

Physical activity can lower blood sugar up to 24 hours after working out by making the body more sensitive to insulin. Doing physical activity on a regular basis can lower your A1C by allowing cells to take up glucose to use for energy during muscle contractions.

FAQs

Do I need a doctor's release or a referral?
Can anyone participate?
Who teaches the class?
I have never exercised before. Where do I start?

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