Introduction

Part 1. About diabetes

The face of diabetes: the new epidemic?

What is diabetes?

Types of diabetes

The importance of managing your diabetes

Complications

Diet and weight control

Benefits of exercise for type i and type ii diabetics

Part 2. Exercises for diabetes

Exercise recommendations for diabetics (general guidelines: frequency, intensity, duration, type of exercise, precautions)

Flexibility and stretches

Aerobics exercises

Strength exercises

The workouts

The floor aerobics program

The mini-trampoline aerobics program

The strength-training program

The walking program

The cycling program

Appendix A. Training log

Appendix B. Web sites

Appendix C. References.