The kind of exercise you like is the best. Much easier to keep up something you like than something you don't likeWhat kind of exercise is the best of type 2?
I agree with the mantra that you're more likely to keep it up if you enjoy it but as a trainer I'd add the following in relation to exercise and type 2!Hi
I am new to this forum. What kind of exercise is the best of type 2? I am normal weight (53kg) and moderately active. many thanks
That is alright I had roommate's definition of swimming was setting in a lounge chair and drink a beer ........I walk 15 minutes after every meal, weight training four days a week, something different on Sunday, hike a trail or do some sprints. I also float around in the pool, but that doesn’t really count lol
Weight training has had a huge impact on my metabolism and blood glucose levels
IMO A temporary liver dump due to high intensity does not negate the benefits to your heart health and metabolism in general. Your body will bring the glucose down and tbh even as a type 1 when this happens it also corrects itself when my next insulin drip goes in!I swim a mile 5 to 6 times a week. One thing I read is that I need to keep my workouts at minimum intensity. If you have real intense cardio workout the liver will dump sugar into your system to compensate for things. This does not mean that you take it easy, but it does take time to figure things out. Yes I am big proponent of walking, if I do like the numbers after a meal I will take a thirty minute walk to get them down.
I hope this helps .........
Let me clarify my point what I meant by high intensity like training for the Olympics there has to be a balance between the two.IMO A temporary liver dump due to high intensity does not negate the benefits to your heart health and metabolism in general. Your body will bring the glucose down and tbh even as a type 1 when this happens it also corrects itself when my next insulin drip goes in!
I am not saying there is anything wrong with low intensity steady state stuff like walking and swimming or gentle cycling but that you need both in your weekly routine and in my experience many older adults will stick to the low intensity stuff because it feels more comfortable or they don't know how to push themselves with the high intensity stuff.