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Doctor's Answer
by JDRF-VOL-LS, Jun 04, 2007 12:00AM
Hello FlJenn
We are volunteers with a lot of experience in Type 1 diabetes. We're not medical professionals, so it's really important that you discuss specifics with your doc so s/he can work out a plan tailored to your needs.
When we 'bottom out,' the fact is that we have a mismatch between the insulin on board and the insulin we need. Depending on the type of workout, a certified diabetes educator or endocrinologist will guide you to (1) increase the protein/carbo you eat prior to the workout (and/or during your workout) and/or (2) adjust your longacting/basal and/or your short-acting insulin for a period that might start before and/or continue a while after your workouts.
Lots of 'and/or''s there because there are so many variables!
The point is to achieve a safe balance. There are plenty of diabetics who maintain a vigorous exercise program (and it's recommended that we do!), so the best bet is to get yourself the training you need to customize your routine to better match your requirements.
We are volunteers with a lot of experience in Type 1 diabetes. We're not medical professionals, so it's really important that you discuss specifics with your doc so s/he can work out a plan tailored to your needs.
When we 'bottom out,' the fact is that we have a mismatch between the insulin on board and the insulin we need. Depending on the type of workout, a certified diabetes educator or endocrinologist will guide you to (1) increase the protein/carbo you eat prior to the workout (and/or during your workout) and/or (2) adjust your longacting/basal and/or your short-acting insulin for a period that might start before and/or continue a while after your workouts.
Lots of 'and/or''s there because there are so many variables!
The point is to achieve a safe balance. There are plenty of diabetics who maintain a vigorous exercise program (and it's recommended that we do!), so the best bet is to get yourself the training you need to customize your routine to better match your requirements.
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Just my 2 cents
You should also do this under medical supervision like adoctor or a medically qualified nutritionist
Have you considered a medically qualified nutritionist or dietician?
Take care