Adding Activity to your day: Better Blood Sugars via the Laundry Room

Adding movement to your day is easier than you think no matter what your activity level--AND it has more benefits than many realize! In episode 85 of the Think Like a Pancreas podcast, exercise physiologist Gary Scheiner and physician Paula Diab explain the difference between activity and exercise. They explore how integrating more physical activity into daily routines can improve health, manage diabetes, and enhance overall well-being. Learn how these clinicians add more movement in their own busy life by doing little things like parking farther away from the coffee shop. MEET YOUR HOSTS: Gary Scheiner, MS, CDCES is the owner and Clinical Director of Integrated Diabetes Services. He is an award-winning Certified Diabetes Educator, Masters-level Exercise Physiologist and person with type-1 diabetes since 1985.  Gary is also actively involved with many diabetes related organizations as a volunteer and clinical advisor. Dr Paula Diab MBChB, MFamMed, PhD, CDCES is the Director of Weight Management at Integrated Diabetes Services. She is a Family Physician and Diabetologist who runs a multi-disciplinary practice specializing in the management of chronic diseases, particularly diabetes and obesity in South Africa. Her approach is to walk the journey with her patients and to allow them to manage their disease rather than allow the disease to define who they are. KEY TAKEAWAYS AND HIGHLIGHTS: ✔️Exercise can take place at any time. ✔️There is a cumulative effect by adding movement to your day. ✔️ Being active is an attitude. ✔️There are many practical ways to incorporate movement into daily life. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome & Introductions 02:29 Gary Scheiner—Laziness Cop 03:26 The Difference Between Activity and Exercise 06:47 The Cumulative Benefit of Daily Activity 09:02 Trackers Can Be Motivational 10:17 Effects of Movement on Blood Sugar 13:38 Daily Activities as Exercise 18:22 The Benefits of Stretching 19:50 How Paula and Gary incorporate More Activity into their days 25:06 Mindset Shift Towards Activity 27:54 Final Thoughts and Takeaways RESOURCES: Book with Dr. Paula Everyday Activities list Diabetes-related complications can drop considerably with MOVEMENT 7,000 Steps, No Regrets! If you are able to move, then move CONNECT WITH US: 🔵Website: integrateddiabetes.com 🔵 Follow on Social Media: @integrated_diabetes_services and @ integrateddiabetesservices on Facebook 🔵To work with the Integrated Diabetes Services Team , visit https://integrateddiabetes.com/appointments/   or email [email protected] SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW: If the podcast has helped you to live better with diabetes, please tell someone else how to find it! If you have a question, take a moment and ask! We reply to everyone. And then be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you never miss an episode! Disclaimer The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.