It may be better to eat several small meals during the day instead of one or two big meals. Get Regular Exercise Exercise is good for your diabetes. Walking, swimming, dancing, riding a bicycle, playing baseball, and bowling are all good ways to exercise. You can even get exercise when you clean house or work in your garden. Exercise helps keep weight down.
Exercise helps insulin work better to lower blood sugar.
Exercise is good for your heart and lungs. Exercise gives you more energy. Before you begin exercising, talk with your doctor. Your doctor may check your heart and your feet to be sure you have no special problems. If you have high blood pressure or eye problems, some exercises like weight-lifting may not be safe.