Exercise

Why can glucose levels sometimes rise when we exercise? This articles outlines the usual reasons why glucose levels can rise and the safe limits of BGLs and ketones to exercise.

Going to bed early is good for your health and may help those with type 2 diabetes adjust their lifestyle for positive outcomes

Does exercise improve sleep for good?

New research confirms that aerobic and resistance exercise improve blood glucose control

Ergonomic tips for working at home

Walking is great for your health, add in some mindfulness and you could feel amazing.

Learn what's right and wrong about how to get a good night's sleep.

Anxiety, although an unwelcome neighbour, may be the condition that helps us keep safe during COVID-19.

Keep your bones strong and healthy

Is it good to feel pain when exercising?

Reducing your risk of falls

Study finds link between cortisol and higher blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes

Tips for a return to exercise after COVID-19

Ways to warm up for exercise in winter

Ways to avoid winter weight gain

With COVID-19 restrictions gradually lifting across the country, a lot of us are ready to go back to the gym. Here are some tips on how to protect yourself and others.

Many people are struggling with weight gain after COVID-19 social isolation and as we slip into winter.

Australian researchers have found that exercise is good for gut health, muscles and endurance

Researchers have found that if we break up periods of sitting it can improve our physical and mental health.

How to maintain an active life during social distancing

Check out these five online fitness resources that are great for people with diabetes and will help to keep you active at home.

The coronavirus means we're spending more time at home. Staying active is important. we share our tips on staying active at home.

How to stay active while social distancing

UK researchers have found that heart function can be significantly improved in people with type 2 diabetes through exercise.

Try these simple tips to manage stress and anxiety during the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak

It is important not to get dehydrated when you have diabetes. Follow our three tips to stay hydrated and in good health

A new study into mitochondria has made some surprising findings which could boost our understanding of diabetes and ageing

Try these 23 ways to get active. They can add an element of fun to your day and help you stay happy and healthy

Researchers at ACU have found that regular exercise boots gut health helping to build muscle function and endurance

Seven ways to exercise in the warmer months.

Did you also that exercise can curb your appetite?

If you live with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and are looking for a challenge in the New Year, Beat It, a free physical activity and lifestyle program, may interest you.

Exercise is good for type 2 diabetes according to the latest research from Harvard Medical School.

New research from the University of Manchester has found that wearable activity trackers help lift exercise levels supporting the management of type 2 diabetes

Australian and Danish researchers have found that yoga can be beneficial in controlling or reducing the risks of developing diabetes

Is it ok to do vigorous exercise during pregnancy? Research has found it can be safe and healthy as long as you do it with the advice of your doctor, exercise physiologist and support team

Exercise has far-reaching benefits for both our health and happiness and is vital for people of every age

Want to improve your fitness and wellbeing? Sign up for a free eight week Beat It program.

Researchers have found that exercise way to beat the postprandial slump, that classic drop in energy that can put people to sleep at their desks

Are you training for a run? Follow these top diet tips to maximise your performance on the big day.

Diabetes NSW & ACT is proud to be part of the new community men’s health program – Active Breed

Alcohol is high in kilojoules and can lead to weight gain. To burn off kilojoules from alcohol check out this table.

Ten simple strategies to keep you motivated and moving on even the dreariest of winter days.

Symptoms, causes and treatments for peripheral neuropathy.

Five tips to keep you healthier during the colder months.

Exercise - good for the body and good for the brain!

Often overlooked are the benefits exercise and physical activity can have for your mental health. Exercise can have a significant impact on your mood and mental wellbeing, not just your physical health.

Exercise is great medicine for our bodies even when we're injured. follow these tips to exercise smarter to help you deal with pain or injury.

No matter how committed you are to a healthy lifestyle, its often easy to lose motivation. Try these tips to stay on track

Creating new exercise routines and physical activity habits is no easy task. Here are five of the best health and fitness apps to keep you on track.

Have you decided that 2019 is the year to do more exercise but you aren’t quite sure how to get started? We show you how to kick start you motivation

Is weight the best way to measure your success from exercise? We take a look to see if this is true

Some of the most frequently asked questions and answers about how and why physical activity is beneficial.

Thinking about getting some help with exercise but not sure whether to see an Exercise Physiologist, Physiotherapist and Personal trainer? We explain the difference

It may seem contradictory, but exercise has been found to be an effective pain reliever – particularly when it comes to arthritis-related pain.

Congratulations on putting your hand up to accept an exercise challenge. Whether you're taking on a charity walk, fun run, obstacle challenge or bike ride, here are our top three pointers to getting you started.

Including physical activity into our day can be a struggle. Try these seven simple ways to make exercise a priority

Including physical activity into our day can be a struggle. Try these seven simple ways to make exercise a priority

You've heard the saying - if you don't use it, you'll lose it. Well, that applies to everything from your muscles and joints to your brain.

Every day chores can be a way to boost your physical activity levels if you're short on time.

There are numerous benefits in trying new activities or sports as we get older, not only for your physical wellbeing but also for your mental health.

Heart disease contributes to almost two in three deaths of people with type 2 diabetes and is a major contributor to shortening life expectancy

Have you ever wondered why everyday tasks, such as bending over to put your shoes and socks on has turned into mission impossible?

Have you ever wondered why everyday tasks, such as bending over to put your shoes and socks on has turned into mission impossible?

June 11-17 marks Men’s Health Week where we look at men’s health overall and the different ways men can keep healthy, physically and emotionally.

just like adults, kids don’t love going outside when it’s cold and dark. If you’re looking for ways to keep the kids active over winter, try these five tips.

Everyone in Australia living with diabetes is entitled to five visits every 12 months with Allied Health practitioners.

Can exercising at a certain time of day improve weight loss and sleep?

It's been estimated that about half of the physical decline associated with ageing may be due to a lack of physical activity, so reducing sedentary behaviour is more important than you might think.

If you dread stepping inside a gym, there are other exercise options to keep you motivated and moving.

New research is bringing precision medicine and new treatments for type 2 diabetes one step closer

Our Exercise Physiologist takes you through the top five reasons to find an exercise buddy to workout with.

Everyone feels this barrier from time to time, some of us more than others. If motivation is a mindset, then we need to put a positive spin on movement so we actually want to do it.

Accredited Exercise Physiologist Thomas Liang gives some pointers on how to spend your money on fitness gadgets that will help you achieve your goals.

Only 19% of Australian children and young people aged 5–17 years are currently meeting the Australian physical activity requirements of 60 minutes a day.

Last year, one of our BEAT IT participants living with type 1 diabetes was able to trial a CGM for a week. Read her experiences with CGM technology and exercise.

At least 30 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise a day is recommended to promote good health.

If you’re after the feeling of revitalisation, increased energy and positive engagement, try taking your exercise sessions outdoors.

Do you keep setting a goal to 'get fitter' or 'exercise more' but struggle to find the time or motivation? Rather than diving head-first, take the time to plan and hold yourself accountable.

If you speak with your doctor or specialist and they say it is safe for you to be active then there is no reason why you shouldn’t start today. But before you put on your exercise clothes and tie up your shoelaces there are a few things you need to keep in mind to make sure you're moving safely.

When you add up all the hours you spend sitting in a day, you might be surprised. Sedentary behaviour can lead to type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, obesity and other health complications, so take a look at our tips to sit less and move more.

Whether it'se taking a dip at the beach, jumping in the local swimming pool or even dancing away in an aqua aerobics class; you are definitely doing yourself a favour by getting in the water.

With regular physical activity or exercise, we can improve the way in which our bodies store and use glucose from the blood, helping to reduce blood glucose levels in the short term and long term. Strength or resistance training is particularly effective in improving our body’s ability to control blood glucose levels as it focuses on the muscle.

Do you regularly find excuses not to exercise? Whether it's time, energy or motivation, working through there barriers is all about changing your mindset and working on positive self-talk.

Being active with your partner, your children or grandchildren might just be the motivation you need, and the key to a healthier you.

Exercise plays an important role in our health, but with a family to look after it can often be a difficult thing to find time for. Instead of trying to escape the kids to go the gym or for a run, why not include the kids into your routine?

Diabetes NSW & ACT signs agreement with Golf NSW to become charity partner for the 2017 NSW Open.

Walking is free, easy and gets you from A to B - but is it enough exercise?

Here are some tips on how to minimise the risk of a hypo when trick-or-treating on foot, and float through Halloween feeling positive, without the hyper.

People living with type 2 diabetes can reduce their risk of cardiovascular diseases by exercising after dinner