Finally started exercising again and my sugar levels are actually improving

For the last couple of years I really stopped taking care of myself. Work got hectic, I was always tired, stopped exercising and slowly got into the habit of eating way more than I needed.

I have Type 2 and for a long time my sugar levels just seemed stuck even though I was taking my medicines regularly.

A few weeks ago I finally started exercising again. Nothing crazy. I've been doing some strength training a few days a week and walking most days. I've also cut down on the huge meals and late night eating.

I'm honestly surprised by how different my readings have been lately. They're not perfect every day, but they're noticeably better than what I was used to seeing. I also feel better overall and have more energy.

I know it's still early and I'm not assuming I've suddenly fixed everything. I just wanted to share because I kept putting off exercise thinking I needed to completely change my life overnight. Turns out just getting consistent again has already made a difference for me.

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@madhuri-k6 hr ago

Glad it's working for you. I've been walking and exercising regularly for a while and unfortunately my numbers haven't changed much 😕

I'm still doing it though. Even if I don't see a dramatic difference on the meter, I know sitting around doing nothing isn't going to help.

@neetu933 hr ago

That has to be frustrating, especially when you're putting in the effort. But there are still plenty of reasons to keep exercising even when the glucose numbers don't immediately show it.

@puneetgupta2 hr ago

Definitely don't give up. Bodies respond so differently and I think I was lucky to notice a change pretty quickly.

For me adding strength training seems to have made a bigger difference than when I was only walking, but I'm still figuring it out too.