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Important notes when walking for people with high blood sugar 

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Although walking is one of the safest
and easiest ways to incorporate 

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physical activity into your life, 

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But for people with high blood sugar,
there are still some things to keep in mind when walking. 

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Talk to your doctor or get treatment for
diabetes or high blood sugar before you 

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walk at a high frequency. 

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Plan your sugar intake and insulin
injections around your walking time. 

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Because walking uses up glucose, you may
find you need less insulin. 

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Avoid injecting into the
leg immediately before walking. 

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Exercising your leg muscles can cause
insulin to be absorbed too quickly. 

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Check your blood sugar 15 minutes before
walking and 1 hour after finishing. 

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If there is a significant difference,
consult your doctor before walking longer. 

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If your blood sugar is
unusually high before walking 

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Stay in one place and wait until your
blood sugar returns to normal before walking. 

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Always carry glucose with you 

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If you are prone to frequent
hypoglycemia, walk with someone who 

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knows how to handle a hypoglycemic episode. 

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If you walk briskly, remember to make
necessary dietary adjustments to avoid late hypoglycemia. 

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Hypoglycemia can occur up to 36 hours
after activity as muscles are refueled.