[kcwinter]

I have been asking everyone and there brother about exercising so I went on a little hunt today. This is what I have found so far.




However, in addition to the precautions that everyone needs to take when exercising, there are some additional precautions that diabetics need to take. These include the following:
Seeing the physician who manages their diabetes before beginning any exercise program


If you are over 35 years of age you may need a stress test before beginning any exercise program


Knowing when to exercise and when to avoid exercise. For example, do not exercise if blood glucose is above 250 and there are ketones in your urine. If blood glucose levels are above 250 but no ketones are present:


Type 1 diabetics: If blood glucose is 300 or more, test blood sugar within 5-10 minutes of beginning exercise. If your blood sugar is dropping, you may continue. If it is not dropping, stop exercising.


Type 2 diabetics: Do not exercise if blood glucose is 400 or more


Knowing how to prevent low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) reactions


Exercise 1 to 1-1/2 hours after eating


Check blood glucose before and after exercise and follow snack guidelines


Avoid exercising during the peak of your insulin or other medication's action


Avoid hot tubs or saunas immediately after exercising


Always carry a carbohydrate snack with you, such as glucose tablets or juice


Drinking enough fluids to maintain hydration. Avoid alcohol consumption before and immediately after exercise.


Wearing appropriate shoes and socks


Having an exercise partner
Once these precautions have been taken, people with diabetes can enjoy the many benefits of exercise.

[TAutry]

Good information KC!

Thanks for posting it.

Travis

[Diabetic-Canada]

Originally posted by kcwinter
Type 1 diabetics: If blood glucose is 300 or more, test blood sugar within 5-10 minutes of beginning exercise. If your blood sugar is dropping, you may continue. If it is not dropping, stop exercising.


Type 2 diabetics: Do not exercise if blood glucose is 400 or more

Why would this be??

I have fortunately never been that high, but I would have never guessed that I shouldn't exercise if it is above 300 or 400... whichever type I am, I still am not sure...

[Susan]

I find that eating 3 portions of carbohydrate before I do an hour at the gym is fine. Eg. If I go to the gym, I'll have a banana and a biscuit before I go, and then eat my normal meal when I get home.

Hope that's useful!

[Katjic]

[quote]Originally posted by Diabetic-Canada
[b]Why would this be??

You can lower your blood sugar level by exercising,however, if you have type 1 and your blood sugar is above 240 mg/dl, and If you have ketones, do not exercise.
Exercising when ketones are present may make your blood sugar level go even higher.
Exercise can contribute to ketoacidosis. If a person does not have sufficient insulin when he or she starts exercising, the increased energy demands of exercise force the body to begin burning fat for fuel, producing even more ketones.

I hope this helps with your question

[Diabetic-Canada]

Originally posted by Katjic
You can lower your blood sugar level by exercising,however, if you have type 1 and your blood sugar is above 240 mg/dl, and If you have ketones, do not exercise.
Exercising when ketones are present may make your blood sugar level go even higher.
Exercise can contribute to ketoacidosis. If a person does not have sufficient insulin when he or she starts exercising, the increased energy demands of exercise force the body to begin burning fat for fuel, producing even more ketones.

I hope this helps with your question

aaaahhhhh... ok, I get it Thanks

[Katjic]

No problem