Glucose—or sugar—is your body’s preferred source of energy. When you move, your body uses up the glucose in your blood as fuel. It’s why going for a walk after a meal makes a lot of sense if you’re looking to keep blood sugar under control and avoid the spikes that can arise after eating. Too many of these glucose bursts can boost the risk for high blood sugar and Type 2 diabetes.
A quick and pleasant way to use the glucose you’ve just eaten is by getting some movement. Your muscles suck up the sugar in your blood to fuel your movement. Every time they contract, they’re tapping into that energy….