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Health & Fitness: Should a Pet Be Part of Your Wellness Plan?

Dogs and cats are more than just pets — they’re part of the family. They enhance your life by providing utter devotion, happiness and unconditional love. But did you know that your canine and feline companions are also beneficial to your health?

Get Fit: Fitting Exercise Into Your Day

Physical activity needs to be a regular habit to produce real benefits. It's easy to get busy and put off that "you" time. But being active is one of the most important things you can do for yourself to help maintain good physical health — and to help manage your diabetes.

Exercise Can Reduce Your Risk for Diabetes Complications

A low level of physical fitness is as strong a risk factor for mortality as smoking, according to the Canadian Diabetes Association. But the power to improve your blood glucose control is in your hands — and feet! Physical activity can be as powerful as glucose-lowering medication, with fewer side...

Put a Little Spring in Your Step And a Little More Step in Your Day!

New research shows that even 15 minutes a day of exercise can lengthen your life span. Another study found that you lose 22 minutes off your normal life span for every 60 minutes of TV watching. The good news: the old adage "no pain, no gain" is no longer good advice; in fact, exercising doesn't...

Get Fit: Sticking with Your Exercise Program When Temperatures Drop

Staying active is an important part of managing diabetes, and you shouldn't let cold weather curtail your exercise plan. With these tips, you can stay fit, motivated and warm:

To Do List: Work in Workouts at Your Workplace

If you find it challenging to exercise because you're too busy, no sweat. Make the world your gym by following these tips: • Add to your commute. Park your car far away from your workplace. When you reach the entrance to work, walk back to your car a couple of times. If...

Get Fit: Can I Exercise Any Time I Want with Diabetes?

Your healthcare team can help you decide the best time of day for exercise. Together, you and your team will consider your daily schedule, your meal plan and your diabetes medicines.