Health Tip: Exercising With Diabetes

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(HealthDay News) -- Becoming active and exercising daily benefits almost anyone -- even those with a chronic health condition. But you should always get your doctor's approval.

The American Diabetes Association offers these suggestions for diabetics who want to start an exercise program:

• Choose favorite activities, making sure they're easy to fit into your day.
• Set small goals and start gradually. Schedule a number of 10-minute mini-workouts throughout your day, instead of one long workout.
• Find an exercise buddy to help motivate you.
• Set specific, realistic goals. Be sure to write them down.

-- Diana Kohnle

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