Diabetes presents a whole host of potential health issues on its own, while aging adds its own set of potential challenges. This session will address the latest steps for aging well with any type of diabetes.
Key Takeaways:
- Better understand how aging and diabetes interact, including some physiological changes and challenges that come with managing diabetes at an older age
- Advise clients and patients with diabetes on the importance of preventing hypoglycemia with aging and how to do so, particularly around physical activity
- Learn practical tips and strategies for successful aging with diabetes of any type, such as modifying exercises to prevent falls and recommended dietary adjustments for healthier joints and bones
| Attachment | Size |
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 PDF - Aging Well with Diabetes 2025 (MedFit with recording).pdf | 4.02 MB |
10:00am Central
(8:00am Pacific / 11:00am Eastern)
On Oct 23rd, 2025
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Sheri R. Colberg, PhD
Sheri R. Colberg, PhD, FACSM, is Professor Emerita of Exercise Science and current Research Professor at Old Dominion University and an internationally recognized authority on diabetes, exercise, and healthy lifestyles. She is the author of 13 books, including Aging Well with Diabetes, The Athlete’s Guide to Diabetes, and Diabetes & Keeping Fit for Dummies. In addition, she has authored 40 book chapters and over 450 articles, including the latest American Diabetes Association and American College of Sports Medicine’s position statements on physical activity and diabetes.
