What is a suitable BS level before running or exercise

knight191 · #1 (**permalink**) 08-06-2008, 03:06 AM

I think about 100-150, is it suitable ?

Thanks

blue eyes · #2 (**permalink**) 08-06-2008, 03:59 AM

I like to be between 5.5 - 8 (99-144). Not lower, just in case I drop, but generally vigorous exercise makes me high.

knight191 · #3 (**permalink**) 08-06-2008, 04:32 AM

And after running, how much average BS is lower than before exercise?

Thanks

BrianSCohen · #4 (**permalink**) 08-06-2008, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by knight191

I think about 100-150, is it suitable ?

Thanks

I think 100-150 mg/dl is a great level. There are two primary limits you want to make sure you meet as a diabetic before running out the door on an exercise jaunt.

To low - low fasting 80 mg/dl and have not eaten in a while. You are asking for an unsuccessful bout. As a type 2, you will probably just drop and fatigue early, perhaps become slightly hypoglycemic. As a type 1, well just don't do that.

To high - above 200-250 mg/dl you may put yourselfat risk of ketoacidosis. Get your blood sugar down. No I really mean it, get your blood sugar down.

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Originally Posted by knight191

And after running, how much average BS is lower than before exercise?

The Answer is: It depends

Everyone is different. If you run hard, you may well find your blood sugar is markedly elevated after running. In general tho, you should find a couple of hours afterwards you run lower than normal.