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Exercise bands

Artville

Artville

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Type of diabetes
Type 2
Have any members worked with exercise bands. What were their experiences, and how was their BG levels affected?
 
Can you clarify what you mean by "exercise bands"?
Do you mean FitBits or resistance bands or something else?
 
I've used Theraband for rehab. They are very similar to using free weights or resistance machines I did not notice any change in BG but I suspect it depends on how many reps and sets you do at a time. The big advantage of them is that you can carry them easily and don't need a dedicated area in the house for them.
 
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I have had dodgy knees for years and took myself off to see a local physio recently. She recommended/supplied them and I do the exercises when necessary. Lots of videos on youtube but I stick to the ones she taught me. I don't think they would have much effect on blood levels.
 
In my diabetes education class they showed us the resistance bands and had us do some exercises with them, I can't speak for them myself because I'm still young (28) and am now focused on the gym doing strength exercises but a few of the older ladies in my class didn't mind the exercises. Are you able to speak to a physio about this?
 
I've used them to help strengthen a dodgy shoulder and also for leg exercises. The exercises are gentle and slow (but you know when you've been doing them!) and a lot can be done sitting down, so I wouldn't think they'd raise your BG, @Artville.
 
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