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Physical activity fact sheet

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do to improve your general health. It can also help manage your diabetes.

The more physically active you are, the greater the health benefits will be. Any activity, even at a slow pace, can have health benefits. Some activity is better than none at all.

Read more in our fact sheet.

Physical activity fact sheet

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do to improve your general health. It can also help manage your diabetes.

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Related resource

Physical activity and type 1 diabetes webinar

This pre-recorded webinar is for people with type 1 diabetes who want to learn how to exercise safely.

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Find an exercise physiologist near you

Go to Exercise and Sports Science Australia to find an accredited exercise physiologist on their website.

Go to Exercise and Sports Science Australia

Diabetes Australia acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this Country. We recognise their connection to land, waters, winds and culture. We pay the upmost respect to them, their cultures and to their Elders, past and present. We are committed to improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by diabetes and those at risk.

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