People with diabetes can exercise and play sports at the same
level as everyone else. But some don't. Take Olympic gold-medal
swimmer Gary Hall Jr., for instance. He definitely doesn't swim
like an average person. And pro golfers Kelli Kuehne and
Michelle McGann don't putt like the folks at your local mini
golf, either. All of these athletes deal with diabetes while
wiping out the competition. Get the idea? Whether you want to go
for the gold or just go hiking in your hometown, diabetes
shouldn't hold you back. How Exercise Helps People With Diabetes
Exercise offers many benefits. It: strengthens bones and muscles
reduces your risk of heart disease and some types of cancer
improves coordination, balance, strength, and endurance can
increase your energy level helps insulin work better in the
body, which helps blood sugar levels stay in a healthy range
burns calories, which helps you reach and stay at a healthy
weight teaches you about teamwork, competition, and courage
helps boost self-esteem and confidence re