Manage Diabetes with This Strength Training Workout

A guided beginner weight-lifting workout with Dr. Maria Luque (IG: @drmarialuque), certified personal trainer. Did you know a dumbbell workout can improve your body's ability to manage blood sugar? Larger muscles use more glucose from the blood stream, making exercise an effective diabetes management tool. This free weight workout is a great way to boost muscle mass at home with minimal equipment. Strength training contributes to improved health and overall wellness. Perform this workout 2 to 3 times per week on nonconsecutive days, upping your weight levels as you get stronger. The weight you choose should allow you to do 8-12 repetitions for each move. #diabetesmanagement #healthyhabits 00:00 Meet Dr. Maria 00:20 Workout Overview 01:00 Warm Up 04:35 Round One 04:51 LEARN Squat to Reverse Lunge 05:38 R1 Squat to Reverse Lunge 06:22 LEARN Bent-Over Dumbbell Row 06:52 R1 Bent-Over Dumbbell Row 07:19 LEARN Romanian Deadlifts 07:36 R1 Romanian Deadlifts 08:11 LEARN Lying Chest Press 08:40 R1 Lying Chest Press 09:18 LEARN High Plank Shoulder Tap 10:00 R1 High Plank Shoulder Tap 10:23 LEARN Curled Overhead Press 10:48 R1 Curled Overhead Press 11:26 Rest 12:44 Round Two 13:00 R2 Squat to Reverse Lunge 13:35 R2 Bent-Over Dumbbell Row 14:30 R2 Romanian Deadlifts 15:27 R2 Lying Chest Press 16:19 R2 High Plank Shoulder Tap 17:10 R2 Curled Overhead Press 17:59 Cooldown Learn More and Subscribe for More Type 2 Diabetes Information Like This:📧 Join our Type 2 Diabetes Newsletter: https://www.healthline.com/newsletter-signup/type-2-diabetes?utm_medium=youtube&utm_source=description&utm_campaign=t2d&utm_term=treatment Stay informed and inspired by following us: Facebook: @healthline Instagram: @healthline Twitter: @healthline Healthline content is strictly informational and should not be considered medical advice. See a licensed medical professional for diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Opinions expressed in this video may not reflect those of Healthline Media.