So this is your chance! Youâre in recovery now and you have the opportunity to build the life youâve always wanted! 1  To get started, look in your heart and soul and find that thing that makes life worth living â and then build a long-term goal around it.  Once youâve got this, the rest is simply mechanics and sweat.
This will provide both fast-acting and sustainable energy to your body. Try to eat a snack within two hours of exercising, but wait a minimum of 15 minutes after exercising before you eat. Bring a snack along to the gym with you, so you can eat as soon as your workout is over.
How long after eating should I wait to do my mile walk? Q: How long after eating should I wait to do my mile walk? Today I waited 30 minutes, did my mile, took my sugar after, and was high at 197. Waiting 30-60 minutes after eating before taking a walk works well for most people with diabetes.