Hands On Webinar | Overcoming Glycemic Barriers Through Exercise & Lifestyle | Recording-Overcoming Glycemic Barriers Through Exercise & Lifestyle

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In today's webinar on overcoming glycemic barriers through exercise and lifestyle, Dr. Maria Bonvini and Catherine Gentile-Alvarez discussed strategies to improve diabetes care. The importance of individualized strategies to manage blood glucose during exercise was highlighted, with an emphasis on utilizing continuous glucose monitoring, adjusting insulin dosages, and monitoring carbohydrate intake to prevent hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. Discussion also touched on overcoming common barriers to physical activity, setting realistic goals, and utilizing resources like exercise physiologists to support patients in their fitness journey. Case studies demonstrated the positive impact of personalized exercise programs on glucose management and overall health improvements. Recommendations were provided for tailoring exercise programs to individual goals and health conditions, and the benefits of exercise in improving insulin sensitivity, promoting weight loss, and reducing stress and anxiety were emphasized. The holistic approach to incorporating lifestyle changes for optimal diabetes care was underscored throughout the webinar.

Keywords

glycemic barriers

exercise

lifestyle

diabetes care

blood glucose management

continuous glucose monitoring

insulin dosages

carbohydrate intake

physical activity barriers

exercise physiologists