Physical Activity and Diabetes All people with diabetes should
be asked about physical activity and most should be encouraged
to increase activity; suitable educational material is available
on the Diabetes UK website www.diabetes.org.uk. See also
physical activity section of SIGN 115, Management of Obesity -
All people should be advised to maintain at least moderate
levels of activity, e.g. walking. - A gradual introduction with
a low intensity of physical activity should be recommended for
sedentary people with diabetes. - Exercise and physical activity
should be undertaken regularly i.e. preferably daily or
alternate days. Once a week is of limited benefit. - Initially
encourage an accumulation of 30 minutes moderate activity on
most days of the week - The next stage is to encourage those who
are motivated to engage in more vigorous activity at least three
days per week. - Exercise programmes are more likely to be
successful if tailored to the individual, and accompanied by on-
going support. - People with