I have had back problems for over thirty years. I was given a set of exercises that are designed to strengthen the back/stomach muscles by my original therapist. I did them for years and eventually aged out of the slipped disk that I had. I have been working out with weight machines recently and my back feel wonderful.Absolutely no pain! I also found a back brace work well when my problem became acute.

 

Back problem can be very different for each person. Seeing an orthopedist might be a good idea, since walking is important for taking care of your diabetes.

 

Chuck 100

 

 

 

 

Another thought, I walk on an eliptical walking machine, This machine doesn't cause the jaring that walking causes and burns more calories.

 

Chuck 100

I have back problems (2 disks leak goo since a car accident last year and there is also soft tissue damage in my hip and shoulder).  I find that if I limit my walks to about 35 minutes, don't walk too fast, and wear good shoes, I can do it 3 times a week OK, but not every day or 2 days in a row--but only if I do the physical therapist-assigned exercises the other days.  Those exercises are a lot like yoga and pilates mixed.

 

I am unable to use any weight equipment or lift weights at all at the moment, so I would check with your doctor before doing anything at all (and even then, listen to your body!).

 

Cody