20 Min Walking Workout for Seniors | Lower Blood Sugar
Lower blood sugar with this 20-minute Walking Workout for Seniors. This high intensity interval training HIIT workout is designed to be accessible and effective for individuals with prediabetes, and it can also be beneficial for those without prediabetes or diabetes. Always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program, especially if you have an existing medical condition.
Prediabetes is a critical stage where blood sugar levels are higher than usual but haven't yet escalated to Type 2 diabetes. If you've received a prediabetes diagnosis, it's a wake-up call to take action and prevent the onset of diabetes. The good news is that there are steps you can take to reduce your diabetes risk significantly. Exercise, particularly HIIT workouts, have been shown to significantly lower blood sugar levels, according to health experts.
Our Walking HIIT Workout combines brisk walking with short bursts of high-intensity exercises. This not only helps lower your blood sugar levels but also improves your cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength. In this 20 minute Walking HIIT, we’ll do 6 sets of 6 exercises and will take away an exercise after each round so the last round only has 1 exercise! You’ll rack up about 2400 steps!
Here's a quick overview:
Warm-Up: Gentle moves to prepare your body for the more intense intervals.
High-Intensity Intervals of 30 seconds.Recovery Intervals of 20 seconds: Slow down your pace and walk at a comfortable speed to recover.
Cool Down: Finish with a cool-down period, gradually slowing your pace and allowing your heart rate to return to normal.
By following this 20-minute Walking HIIT Workout regularly, you can experience the benefits of improved blood sugar control, increased endurance, and stronger muscles. It's a simple and effective way to take charge of your health.
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