{"id":2033,"date":"2018-07-20T12:54:24","date_gmt":"2018-07-20T07:24:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/?p=2033"},"modified":"2024-01-29T15:26:26","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T09:56:26","slug":"diabetes-management-7-common-diabetes-exercise-mistakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-management-7-common-diabetes-exercise-mistakes\/","title":{"rendered":"Diabetes Management: 7 Common Diabetes Exercise Mistakes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-management-7-common-diabetes-exercise-mistakes\/#7_Common_Exercise_Mistakes_in_Diabetes_Management\" title=\"7 Common Exercise Mistakes in Diabetes Management\">7 Common Exercise Mistakes in Diabetes Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-management-7-common-diabetes-exercise-mistakes\/#Invest_in_a_Glucometer\" title=\"Invest in a Glucometer\">Invest in a Glucometer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the body becomes resistant to the normal effects of insulin and can gradually lose its capacity to produce enough insulin in the pancreas. <strong>Type 2 diabetes<\/strong> is associated with changes in lifestyle factors. Type 2 diabetes also has strong genetic related risk factors as well. Hence, proper diabetes management is crucial to keep your blood glucose under control.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F2033\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Before starting an exercise regime, you need to understand how exercise influences blood glucose regulation, and how to avoid potential problems and minimise risks. You may also need to get additional information or support from your healthcare provider.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Common_Exercise_Mistakes_in_Diabetes_Management\"><\/span><strong>7 Common Exercise Mistakes in Diabetes Management<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong><em>Getting over enthusiastic<\/em><\/strong>: Your excitement for exercising might lead you to do too much, too soon. Listen to your body and know when to back off from overworking your body. If you are new to the exercise trend, then you may want to take it slow and steady so that your body can adjust to your diabetes management plan.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Ambitious goals<\/em><\/strong>: It takes a lot of planning to execute a successful workout routine and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Instead of long term over-ambitious goals, it is advisable to set short term goals. This way you will be encouraged to work harder and succeed.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8561 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_1606560259.jpg\" alt=\"press up\" width=\"600\" height=\"335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_1606560259.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_1606560259-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_1606560259-420x235.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Poor workout gear<\/em><\/strong>: Many at times people end up wearing no running shoes or supports causing more harm than good. Make sure your exercise is supported with the right gear to prevent you from worsening your condition.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Bad form<\/em><\/strong>: A common mistake people make while exercising is to not do it right. Not exercising in the right posture and form can damage your body.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Not keeping a check on sugar levels<\/em><\/strong>: Exercise has good and bad effects; it may help you lose weight but fluctuates your sugar levels as well. It is important that you monitor your sugar levels before and after exercise.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>No emergency kit<\/em><\/strong>: As a diabetic, you need to be more vigilant with your health. It is important to have your emergency kit handy whenever stepping out.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Not resting<\/em><\/strong>: You may start your exercise routine to lose weight, but not giving your body rest is harmful. Resting well and enough is important for the muscles to heal itself after all the stress.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9629\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/all-in-one-kit-curv.jpg\" alt=\"diabetes management kit\" width=\"600\" height=\"335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/all-in-one-kit-curv.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/all-in-one-kit-curv-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/all-in-one-kit-curv-420x235.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-reversal-dos-and-donts-about-the-process\/\">Read More: Diabetes Reversal: Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts About the Process<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Invest_in_a_Glucometer\"><\/span><strong>Invest in a Glucomete<\/strong><strong>r<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For better management of diabetes it is advisable to invest in a <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3rL6JCa\">glucometer<\/a> which can help monitor your <strong>blood sugar levels<\/strong>. You can buy a glucometer online and probably opt for one which can connect with a diabetes management app.<\/p>\n<p>The benefit of connectivity via <strong>diabetes management\u00a0apps<\/strong>\u00a0is that it can help you get instant check reminders, and alert members or your doctor when blood sugar levels drop. The price of glucometer may vary from brand to brand, weigh and compare before buying.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3HUiADt\">Download the BeatO App to control diabetes with experts.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":8869,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[626],"tags":[6,7,8,49,15],"class_list":["post-2033","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-yoga-and-fitness","tag-diabetes","tag-diabetes-care","tag-diabetes-management","tag-diabetic-care","tag-diabetic-management"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2033"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2033"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2033\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18942,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2033\/revisions\/18942"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8869"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2033"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2033"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2033"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}