Staying Active in the Winter Months

Staying physically active every day helps control your blood sugars. When your blood sugars stay controlled, you are less likely to have problems with your heart, feet, eyes, kidneys, and nerves.

Exercise is any physical activity to help improve health and fitness. To be more active during the winter, try these simple tips to move more at work:

• Walk over to co-walkers to talk to them instead of sending an email or calling.



• Walk up the stairs instead of taking the elevator.



• Take short breaks to stand up and stretch.



• Stand when talking on the phone instead of sitting.

You can stay warm in your own home during the winter and still get activity in. Try some of these fun tips:

• Run in place during those TV show breaks!



• Clean the house: vacuuming, dusting or organizing a closet will help you move more. (Plus, the house will have that extra sparkle!)



• Balance on one leg and then the other while washing dishes.



• Use a bag of flour or canned soup for arm exercises while watching TV.




Remember, exercise does not have to take a lot of time. Staying active keeps you healthy and makes you feel good. Follow these tips to help you move more all winter long! If you need more ideas, call Diabetes Partnership at 216-591-0800 and ask an educator.

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