It is rare to find an exercise so simple that it appeals to practically everyone. However, when entering a gym, you will see such a variety of exercise equipment that it is difficult for a beginner to know where to start. So many different options are confusing. Exercise is very easy to do, but it is often more complicated than it is.
Let’s take walking and jogging as an example. They are two activities available to almost everyone. Walking and jogging are basic exercises that should be part of all lifestyles. Going for an hour walk or a 30 minute run will definitely benefit your health. You’ll …
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Burn calories,
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tone your muscles,
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decrease your insulin resistance, and
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boost your cardiovascular health.
All of these benefits are ideal for a type 2 diabetic.
That said, sometimes it pays to change your routine. You have everything to gain by flexing your muscles in a different way. This is why we have chosen to speak of jumping rope as an exercise to treat or control your blood sugar and ultimately improve your health. Jumping rope is clearly something that is easy to get into. While it may take a bit of practice for those who haven’t jumped rope since elementary school, it is still a simple exercise.
Also, jumping rope is challenging when it comes to training. Ask most cardio experts what they think of jumping rope and you will find that they often believe that there is no better exercise to promote weight loss and good health.
It is often said that ten minutes of jumping rope at moderate to high intensity equals approximately 30 minutes of jogging. That is not a typo. And if a 30-minute jog burns about the same number of calories as a 1-hour walk, you can see how dynamic jumping rope is in helping you lose weight, as well as in controlling your blood sugar levels. Also, we haven’t even mentioned the noticeable effect it has on your fitness level. If professional boxers, possibly the world’s fittest athletes, rely on jumping rope to keep them in peak shape, you could certainly benefit from jump rope training too.
It’s easy to do, it’s fun, and it can be done anywhere. Don’t worry if you have to rest frequently. In no time, your fitness will improve and you will be able to jump rope for several minutes in a row.
If you are a type 2 diabetic, there is nothing better for your health than an exercise that will make you sweat more than an intense session of hot yoga.
