A sudden drop in blood pressure is common after intense exercise. Older adults with diabetes may be more susceptible because of a tendency for volume depletion (dehydration); it’s important that they remember to drink adequate amounts of fluids before, during, and after exercise. In addition, autonomic neuropathy can damage the nerves that maintain orthostatic blood pressure, causing dizziness when exercise stops. Appropriate cool-down exercises, such as slow walking, can minimize this drop in blood pressure and the resulting dizziness