You should never go more than how many days in a row without physical activity?
2 days in a row It is recommended that patients with diabetes go no longer than 2 days without physical activityÂ
What happens to fats in the body as glucose is used up during physical activity?
The body breaks down fats as an energy source
True or False: You should perform any and as much exercise as you prefer regardless of potential effect on health?
False! You should always check with your medical provider to find out what level of physical activity is right for you.
What are some positive effects of physical activity on overall health?
Promotes weight loss through fat burning and calorie use Increases insulin sensitivity Increases healthy blood flow Increases antioxidant production Promotes growth of brain cells Increases bone density
In older adults, physical activity can:
reduce the risk of falling or further injury help improve walking, balance, & strength
What is glucose used for?
Energy! Glucose is the main source of energy that the cells in our body use
What can happen when glucose gets trapped in the blood stream?
If glucose cannot get into the cells– where it’s used for energy- our cells do not have enough energy & starve.