Go from zero to 5K in just 12 weeks with this walking plan

Time to kickstart your fitness? Exercise is one of the most effective tools for managing diabetes.

Here are just a few of the ways being active can improve your health:

  • Helps control weight
  • Helps your body use insulin better
  • Lowers blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol
  • Improves mood and energy levels

This easy guide shows you how to go from not being active to walking 5K (3.1 miles) every day.

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