Are There Any Precautions I Should Take When Exercising With Diabetes? (0:40)
Before starting an exercise program, you should talk to your primary care physician. In this video, Ronald Tamler, MD, clinical director of the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center, explains that other complications may impact what kind of exercise you do.
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I would just discuss that briefly with my primary care physician because you may have certain conditions, other than diabetes, that may warrant certain cautions if you have unstable heart disease for instance or if there are problems with your joints, you may want to modify your exercise regiment accordingly..
Diabetes and heart disease often go hand in hand. Learn more about the link between high blood sugar and cardiovascular disease, and get diet and fitness tips to help manage diabetes and prevent heart disease.
