It is no secret that one of the most important component to fight Diabetes at any level is exercising. Working out, moving your body, walking and any other type of exercising will help control your Diabetes better. Always consult your physician before exercising. Whether you are 50, 60, 70 or older, it is never too late to start learning how you can live longer, better and wiser. This series of exercises are excellent for strengthening the cardiovascular system. The physical effort needed to perform them is equivalent to jogging I mile. If performed 2 to 3 times a week, you will be amazed at the results. Those who are in good shape can increase the number of repetitions of each exercise. Exercises for strengthening the Heart & Lungs.

A. Knee Lifts.(See Illustration)
Raise right knee to chest and then lower it, 10 times at a rapid pace. Switch to left leg.

 

B. Leg Lifts. (See illustration)
Raise arms to shoulders level for balance. Lift right leg as high as you can.
Keep leg straight. Perform 10 lifts
and then change to left leg.

C. Leg Rolls. (See illustration)
Lift right leg upward and awing it counter-clockwise, bringing it back to starting position. Perform 10 consecutive leg rolls and switch to left leg.

Note: Move on to the next exercise without stopping.  Remember to take deep breaths to allow breathing and heart rate to return to normal.

 

For more details and different exercises, see our column in the next issue.

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