Chronic Disease Management

What conditions can exercise help with?

It’s a fact that a guided exercise program can help with illnesses and chronic health issues.  These health conditions include:

• Type 2 diabetes
• Obesity
• Osteoporosis
• Arthritis
• Hypertension
• Cancer recovery
• Long term injuries

The physiological benefits you may experience from increasing your activity is improved muscle mass, balance, weight loss, bone density, and physical fitness. In a nutshell, it will make you feel stronger and more positive.

How does exercise actually help illness?

It is easy to lose motivation if you’re not receiving the right encouragement and exercise advice.

• Exercise and good nutrition can help manage blood glucose levels, reduce stress and decrease weight, all of which are useful in helping control or prevent type 2 diabetes.
• Exercise can help reduce fatigue-related symptoms associated with having or recovering from cancer.
• Chronic diseases such as osteoarthritis can result in muscle weakness and fatigue. Strength and fitness training can help improve muscular strength and decrease your pain.